Tuna Panini

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this mouthwatering Tuna Panini recipe, a delightful combination of rich flavors and satisfying textures. Featuring flaky canned tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and crunchy celery, this filling is perfectly balanced with thinly sliced red onion, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, and melted cheddar cheese. Nestled in crispy, golden-brown ciabatta rolls lightly brushed with olive oil and toasted to perfection in a panini press, each bite delivers a symphony of savory goodness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this warm and hearty sandwich is ideal for a comforting lunch or casual dinner. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or a bowl of soup for a complete, irresistible meal. Perfectly portable and endlessly satisfying, this Tuna Panini will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams canned tuna
• 60 grams mayonnaise
• 15 grams dijon mustard
• 30 grams red onion
• 30 grams celery
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pieces lettuce leaves
• 1 piece tomato
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 2 pieces ciabatta rolls
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and add it to a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the red onion and celery, then add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the tuna mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Slice the ciabatta rolls in half. Layer each bottom half with a lettuce leaf.

Step 5

Add an even layer of the tuna mixture over the lettuce on each roll.

Step 6

Place slices of tomato on top of the tuna layer followed by two slices of cheddar cheese per sandwich.

Step 7

Place the top half of the ciabatta on the sandwich, pressing down lightly.

Step 8

Brush the outer sides of the ciabatta rolls with olive oil.

Step 9

Preheat a panini press to medium-high heat. Place the sandwiches in the press.

Step 10

Grill for about 3-5 minutes or until the bread is crispy and the cheese has melted.

Step 11

Remove the paninis from the press, let them cool slightly, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	785.1 grams (785.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1753

Total Fat 108.40g	139%
Saturated Fat 25.80g	129%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 210mg	70%
Sodium 6084mg	265%
Total Carbohydrate 115.80g	42%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 74.10g	148%

Vitamin D 96IU	480%
Calcium 519mg	40%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1156mg	25%

*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: 56.2%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 26.7%