SearchSearch
  • Subscribe
  • My Bookmarks
  • Member Exclusives
  • Country Life
  • Holiday & Entertaining
  • Food & Drinks
  • Kids & Pets
  • Design Ideas
  • Real Estate
  • Remodeling & Renovation
  • Gardening
  • Home Maintenance
  • Crafts & DIY Projects
  • Country Living Shop
  • Shopping Guides
  • Country Living Fair
  • Newsletter
  • Follow
  • Promotions
  • Other Editions
Privacy NoticeTerms Of Use
Skip to Content
sign in
Subscribe
Logo
sign in
Subscribe
Search
Logo
  • HomesDown
  • Gardening and OutdoorsDown
  • Antiques and CollectiblesDown
  • RecipesDown
  • Entertainment NewsDown
  • ShoppingDown
  • About UsDown
  • Crafts and DIYDown
  • TravelDown
  • Pets
  • My BookmarksMy Bookmarks
  • NewsletterNewsletter
  • USUSDown
  • Privacy NoticeTerms Of Use
x
youtube
facebook
instagram
pinterest
sign in
Subscribe
  • Homes
  • Gardening and Outdoors
  • Antiques and Collectibles
  • Recipes
  • Entertainment News
  • Shopping
  • About Us
  • Crafts and DIY
  • Travel
  • Pets
  • More
  1. Recipes
  2. Saltine Tuna Melts

Saltine Tuna Melts

This quick, healthy snack is perfect for an afternoon break or the beginning of a snack dinner!

By Christopher MichelPublished: Nov 29, 2024
Star
Be the first to review!
Arrow Circle Down IconJump to recipe
a tray with saltine tuna melts on it there are also some melts on a few napkins nearby
Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living
Yields:
4 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins

When my kids are hungry after school—or when I'm feeling like I didn't have quite enough for lunch to tide me over until dinner—I'll sometimes just knock out a few of these little tuna melt crackers. 

Tuna salad can be whipped up in a hurry (and works in a whole host of easy-delicious recipes) and, after that, it's just portioning things out. My daughters will rush though a plate full of these. On lazier more relaxed nights, I've even been known to make them as the center of a snack dinner.  

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Ingredients

  • 1 (5-ounce) can chunk white tuna, drained
  • 1/2 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp. sliced cornichons
  • 1 Tbsp. pickle relish
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 16 saltine crackers
  • 16 small squares sharp Cheddar (about 5 oz)

Directions

    1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Combine tuna, celery, parsley, dill, scallion, lemon juice, mayonnaise, cornichons, pickle relish, and mustard in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. 
    2. Step 2Top crackers with tuna salad, dividing evenly; place on prepared baking sheet. Top with Cheddar, dividing evenly. Bake until cheese is melted, 5 to 6 minutes.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Recipes

Fried chicken served in a basket with a side of salt.

Picnic Season Is Officially On!

Fruit-infused beverage served in a tray with glasses.

Mother’s Day Cocktail Ideas (Mom-osas, anyone?)

Breakfast spread featuring crepes, strawberries, and beverages.

8 Brunch Recipes to Celebrate Mother’s Day

basket of colorful cookies with a checkered pattern

How to Make Charming Gingham Cookies

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Cheesecake with honey drizzle on a table setting.

8 Sweet Spring Desserts to Make Right Now

Serving of seasoned potatoes with bacon and herbs.

You Won’t Miss the Mayo in This Potato Salad

Basket of fried chicken with a side of salt.

Your Fried Chicken Just Got a Sweet Tea Upgrade

Layered cake with pink frosting on a decorative stand.

8 Sweet Mother’s Day Cakes for Mom

Baked enchiladas with chicken and cilantro garnished, served with a side of sour cream.

A Festive Menu for Cinco de Mayo

margarita recipes

6 Refreshing Margarita Recipes

Cocktail served in a metal cup with crushed ice and garnish.

Easy Bourbon Cocktails for Derby Day

Pasta dish with shrimp and green vegetables

7 Must-Try Asparagus Recipes for Spring

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Logo
x
youtube
facebook
instagram
pinterest
NewsletterAbout UsMedia KitPress RoomContact UsCommunity GuidelinesAdvertise OnlineCustomer ServiceSubscribeTurn Off Web NotificationsEvents and Promotions
Hearst Lifestyle and Design Group - A Part of Hearst Digital Media

A Part of Hearst Digital Media

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back.

©2026 Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Privacy NoticeCA Notice at CollectionYour CA Privacy Rights/Shine the LightDAA Industry Opt OutTerms of UseSite Map
Cookies Choices