**Servings:** 1 sandwich
**Total Time:** 15 minutes
**Preparation Time:** 10 minutes
**Overnight Preparation Required:** Not Applicable
**Cooking Time:** 5 minutes
### Tools
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
### Ingredients
- 1/2 can of tuna (drained)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 tablespoon finely chopped celery
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tablespoon butter (optional)
### Instructions
1. **Prepare the Tuna Mixture:**
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red onion, and celery. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. **Assemble the Sandwich:**
- Lay out the bread slices on a cutting board. If using butter, spread a thin layer on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each piece of bread. Evenly divide the tuna mixture on one slice of bread. Top with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
3. **Preheat and Cook:**
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (185°C) for 2 minutes. Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
4. **Serve:**
- Carefully remove the sandwich from the air fryer. Cut in half if desired and serve immediately while hot.
### Health Benefits
- **High Protein:** Tuna provides a great source of lean protein.
- **Omega-3 Fatty Acids:** Tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
### Keywords
L/D, Tuna, Sandwich, Air Fryer, Quick Recipe, Tuna Melt
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