Italian Tuna Panini

Elevate your sandwich game with this Italian Tuna Panini, a perfect blend of Mediterranean-inspired flavors tucked inside warm, crispy ciabatta bread. This quick and easy recipe combines tender tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, bright lemon juice, and tangy capers, layered with sweet roasted red peppers, fresh basil, and gooey mozzarella cheese. The panini is brushed with olive oil and grilled to golden perfection, creating a toasty exterior and a luscious, melty interior. Ideal for lunch or a light dinner, this gourmet sandwich comes together in just 15 minutes and is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and satisfying texture. Perfect for panini press enthusiasts or anyone looking to try an Italian twist on a classic tuna melt!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Ciabatta bread or panini rolls
• 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna in olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Capers, drained and chopped
• 0.25 cup Roasted red bell peppers, sliced
• 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the tuna and transfer it to a medium bowl. Flake it gently with a fork.

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, capers, salt, and black pepper to the tuna. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Slice the ciabatta bread or panini rolls in half horizontally.

Step 4

Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture onto the bottom half of each bread piece.

Step 5

Layer roasted red bell peppers, fresh basil leaves, and sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the tuna mixture.

Step 6

Place the top half of the bread over the filling to form a sandwich.

Step 7

Brush the outer sides of each sandwich with olive oil to ensure crispness during grilling.

Step 8

Heat a panini press or a stovetop grill pan over medium heat.

Step 9

Place the sandwiches on the press or pan 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 heavy skillet for even grilling, flipping once halfway through.

Step 10

Remove the panini from the heat and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	541.6 grams (541.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1530

Total Fat 96.40g	124%
Saturated Fat 26.10g	131%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 190mg	63%
Sodium 2788mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 94.00g	34%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 9.50g
Protein 70.40g	141%

Vitamin D 284IU	1420%
Calcium 642mg	49%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 782mg	17%

*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: 56.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 24.7%