Gluten-Free Tuna Panini

Satisfy your cravings with this irresistible Gluten-Free Tuna Panini, a quick and flavorful twist on the classic sandwich. Made with creamy gluten-free tuna salad—featuring a zesty blend of Dijon mustard, red onion, and celery—this panini is layered with melted cheddar cheese and grilled to golden, buttery perfection. Perfect for a lunch or light dinner, it’s crafted using gluten-free bread to ensure everyone can enjoy its crispy, gooey goodness. Whether prepared in a panini press or on a grill pan, this easy recipe achieves deli-quality results in just 15 minutes. Slice it up, serve warm, and pair with a fresh salad or chips for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and allergy-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Gluten-free sandwich bread
• 1 can (5 ounces) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (gluten-free)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Celery (finely chopped)
• 2 slices Cheddar cheese (slices)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened, gluten-free)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped red onion, chopped celery, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a uniform tuna salad mixture.

Step 2

Preheat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Lay out the 4 slices of gluten-free bread. Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each slice.

Step 4

On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, spread a generous portion of the tuna salad mixture.

Step 5

Top the tuna salad with a slice of cheddar cheese, then place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing out.

Step 6

If using a panini press, place the sandwiches inside and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. If using a grill pan, press down on the sandwiches with a spatula or a heavy pan, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side.

Step 7

Remove the panini from the heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	454.1 grams (454.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1202

Total Fat 72.60g	93%
Saturated Fat 32.00g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 182mg	61%
Sodium 2253mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 83.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 9.60g
Protein 59.80g	120%

Vitamin D 144IU	719%
Calcium 521mg	40%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 657mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 27.3%