Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

whole wheat buns

cut in half

14 ounce

tuna

drained

3 tbsp

celery

chopped

3 tbsp

green onions

chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 cup

cheddar cheese

grated

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, mix together the drained tuna, chopped celery, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Divide the tuna mixture evenly onto the bottom halves of the whole wheat buns.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover each tuna-topped bun half with grated cheddar cheese.

Step 5
~4 min

Place the bun halves on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce to the tuna mixture for a spicy kick.

Use different types of cheese for a variety of flavors.

Toast the buns before adding the tuna mixture for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Tuna mixture can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with potato chips.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common American lunch

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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