Jalapeo Garlic Tilapia Panini

Get ready to spice up your lunch game with this irresistible Jalapeño Garlic Tilapia Panini! This bold creation features tender, flaky tilapia fillets infused with a smoky garlic marinade, perfectly complemented by the bright kick of fresh jalapeños and creamy melted cheese. Sandwiched between buttery, golden slices of ciabatta or sourdough, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor, further elevated by a touch of cilantro and a zingy squeeze of lime. Whether you're using a panini press or a skillet, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a weeknight meal or a gourmet sandwich upgrade. Perfectly crisp, savory, and a little spicy, this panini is sure to become your new favorite sandwich recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 piece Jalapeño, sliced thinly
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 4 slices Bread, such as ciabatta or sourdough
• 2 tablespoons Butter, softened
• 4 slices Cheese, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 piece Lime, wedges for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to create a marinade.

Step 2

Brush both sides of the tilapia fillets with the marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes while gathering the other ingredients.

Step 3

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Set aside.

Step 4

Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.

Step 5

On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, spread a small amount of mayonnaise.

Step 6

Layer the cooked tilapia fillets, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and cheese on top of the mayo-spread bread slices. Place the other slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out.

Step 7

Heat a panini press or a clean skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, press down on the sandwich with a spatula or a heavy pan.

Step 8

Cook the panini for 3-4 minutes per side or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Remove the panini from the heat and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing it in half.

Step 10

Serve hot with a lime wedge on the side for an extra burst of zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	618.5 grams (618.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724

Total Fat 116.30g	149%
Saturated Fat 45.20g	226%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 306mg	102%
Sodium 4072mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 83.50g	30%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 5.00g
Protein 91.00g	182%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 909mg	70%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1141mg	24%

*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: 60.0%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 19.1%