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Tuna Melt Nachos

A quick and easy appetizer or snack, these tuna melt nachos combine the classic flavors of a tuna melt with the crispy fun of nachos.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Tuna Salad

  • 1 can Tuna drained and flaked
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Nachos

  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips large
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1.5 cups Monterey Jack Cheese shredded

Optional Toppings

  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Sliced Jalapeños
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Sour Cream

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the drained and flaked tuna, mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, finely chopped red onion, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
  • Spread the tortilla chips evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Spoon the tuna salad mixture evenly over the tortilla chips.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the tuna salad.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven and add any desired optional toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

These tuna melt nachos are best enjoyed fresh from the oven.