Gluten-Free Tuna Panini
Satisfy your sandwich cravings with this delectable Gluten-Free Tuna Panini recipe, crafted for those who love bold flavors without the gluten. This quick and easy recipe combines a creamy tuna salad made with canned tuna, gluten-free mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and finely chopped red onion and celery, offering the perfect mix of savory and crunch. Layered with melted cheddar cheese and encased between slices of buttered gluten-free sandwich bread, this panini is lightly toasted to achieve a golden-brown crisp on the outside while remaining indulgently gooey within. Made in just 15 minutes, this comforting dish is ideal for lunch, a light dinner, or even a gluten-free snack. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and black pepper, these tuna panini halves make a warm and satisfying addition to your gluten-free cooking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
Preheat a panini press or a grill pan over medium heat.
Lay out the 4 slices of gluten-free bread. Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each slice.
On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, spread a generous portion of the tuna salad mixture.
Top the tuna salad with a slice of cheddar cheese, then place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing out.
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.
Remove the panini from the heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2253 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 59.8 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 521 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 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.
