Tuna Melt Sliders

There’s something irresistible about a great tuna melt, and turning it into a slider makes it even more fun. These Tuna Melt Sliders pack big flavor into a small bite: a creamy, zesty tuna salad, juicy tomato, melty cheddar, and soft toasted buns that all come together in one easy pan. They’re quick to assemble, great for sharing, and just the kind of snackable little bites that disappear fast at parties, game nights, or casual dinners.

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INGREDIENTS

Slider Buns (6): Soft, slightly sweet, and perfectly sized for bite‑sized melts. They crisp beautifully while staying tender inside.

Tuna (12‑oz can, in water): The star of the filling — mild, flaky, and ready to soak up all the savory, creamy flavors you mix in.

Onion (¼ cup, diced): Adds a fresh, subtle bite that brightens the tuna salad without overpowering it.

Celery (¼ cup, diced): Brings crunch and a clean, refreshing contrast to the melty, cheesy richness.

Dill Pickles (1 tbsp, finely diced): A pop of tangy brightness that wakes up the whole mixture.

Black Olives (1 tbsp, finely diced): A savory, briny note that adds depth and a little Mediterranean flair.

Fresh Parsley (1 tsp, chopped): A sprinkle of herbal freshness that keeps the sliders from feeling heavy.

Salt & Pepper (to taste): Simple essentials that sharpen and balance every flavor in the mix.

Mayonnaise (⅓ cup): Creamy, rich, and binding — it pulls the tuna salad together and gives it that classic melt texture.

Tomato (thin‑sliced, sized for 6 sliders): Juicy, bright, and cooling — the perfect fresh layer beneath the melted cheddar.

Cheddar Cheese (sliced for 6 sliders): Sharp, melty, and comforting. It’s the “melt” in tuna melt.

Olive Oil (drizzle): Helps the buns toast to a gorgeous golden finish.

Butter (½ tsp, room temperature): Adds a touch of richness and helps the tops brown beautifully in the oven.

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MAKE THE SALAD AND PREPARE THE INGREDIENTS

In a mixing bowl, combine all the tuna salad ingredients and mix until evenly blended. Set the prepared components nearby so you’re ready to assemble the sliders.

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LAYER THE INGREDIENTS IN A BAKING DISH

Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in a buttered baking dish. Spoon the tuna salad evenly over them, then layer on the tomato slices and sprinkle lightly with salt. Add the cheese on top. Drizzle a little olive oil over the cut sides of the top buns, place them on the sliders, and cover the dish with foil. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

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BAKE SOME MORE…

Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes. Your Tuna Melt Sliders will come out perfectly golden, melty, and irresistibly ooey‑gooey.

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Yield: 6

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Tuna Melt Sliders

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Ingredients

• 12 sliders buns
• 1 12 ounce can of tuna in water
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1 tablespoon finely diced dill pickles
• 1 tablespoon finely diced black olives
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• Thin sliced tomato, cut to slider size for 6
• Cheddar cheese slices, cut to slider size for 6
• Drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

1. Mix together the tuna, onion, celery, dill pickles, olives, parsley, salt and pepper, and mayo.
2. Assemble the sliders. Using a baking dish that fits with the sliders, set the bottom layer of the sliders in the dish.
3. Layer over the tuna salad. Layer on top the tomatoes. Add a little bit of salt. Then layer over the cheese.
4. Drizzle olive oil over the top layer of the slider buns. Place the top on the sliders.
5. Wrap aluminum foil over and cook on 350 (f) for 20 minutes.
6. Remove the aluminum foil and cook for another 10 minutes.

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