Traeger Tuna Melt Flatbread

Have you ever noticed how flatbread sandwiches in sandwich shops and coffee shops just seem to cost way more than a typical sandwich on plain white or wheat bread?

The only difference really is the bread and the types of garnish and greens, but not much more than that. What a difference the bread makes!

When you do a tuna flatbread sandwich, it just begs for the cheese to broil and bake on top. The cheese brings it all home.

All you need for the tuna fish is some mustard, mayo, chopped pickles, garlic, onion powder, and salt and pepper. Any more seems like overkill. Any less and it just doesn't taste right.

Any type of mayo works but some, like olive oil mayonnaise, have a strong flavor that might be distracting. If you are a Miracle Whip fan then keep in mind that Miracle Whip's main seasoning is garlic.

If you don't want too strong a garlic flavor, then you can cut back on the garlic powder when Miracle Whip is involved.

Why You'll Love This Dish

• Fast Traeger Lunch - Mix, top, melt, eat.
• Crispy Edges, Melty Top - Flatbread gives the best texture for a tuna melt.
• Simple Pantry Ingredients - Tuna and seasonings do the heavy lifting.
• Easy To Serve A Group - Six flatbreads slice up like pizza.
• Fresh Finish From Microgreens - Adds crunch and color without extra work.

Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Albacore Tuna In Water - Mild, clean tuna flavor; drain well so the topping stays creamy, not watery.
• Mayonnaise - Creamy binder; Greek yogurt can swap for part of it if you want a lighter mix.
• Dill Pickles - Tang and crunch; relish works if you're short on time.
• Garlic Powder - Savory background flavor that blends right into the tuna.
• Onion Powder - Adds that deli-style onion note without chunks.
• Salt - Brings the tuna mix to life; taste after mixing since pickles add salt too.
• Black Pepper - Adds bite and balances the richness.
• Flatbreads - Naan or pita-style flatbreads work great; pick sturdy ones that won't fold under toppings.
• Shredded Or Sliced Cheese - Cheddar, provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack all melt well.
• Microgreens - Fresh, crisp topper; arugula or shredded lettuce work too.

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How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Preheat: Heat Traeger to 325°F.
2. Mix Tuna Salad: Stir tuna, mayo, diced dill pickles, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
3. Build Flatbreads: Lay flatbreads on a large baking sheet. Spread tuna mixture over each.
4. Add Cheese And Melt: Top with shredded cheese (or slices). Cook on the Traeger until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
5. Finish And Serve: Remove from the grill and top with microgreens. Slice and serve warm.

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More Tuna Recipes

• Smoked Tuna Pasta Salad
• Smoked Tuna Loin
• Traeger Grilled Albacore Tuna
• Pressure Canned Albacore Tuna
• Gochugaru Tuna Tataki
• Albacore Tuna Poke
• Bluefin Tuna Poke Bowl

Serve This With

A tuna melt is a wonderful sandwich for lunch with a soup or a salad on the side. Filling but not too filling, it hits the spot.

So it is the perfect choice to serve with a good hearty soup or a nice salad. Here are a few that work wonderfully…

• Homemade chicken noodle soup
• Roasted tomato
• Greek salad
• Grilled caesar pasta salad

Or try one of these awesome homemade potato chip recipes:

• Homemade potato chips by Culinary Hill
• Homemade potato chips 2 by Easy as Apple Pie
• Homemade potato chips 3 by Bowl of Delicious

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