Green Chili Tuna Grill Sandwich Panini
Elevate your sandwich game with the zesty and savory Green Chili Tuna Grill Sandwich Panini! This quick and easy recipe combines tender, flaky canned tuna with the bold kick of green chilies, a tangy squeeze of lime juice, and creamy mayonnaise for a perfectly balanced filling. Layered with melted cheddar cheese and tucked between buttery, golden slices of sourdough or ciabatta bread, this panini delivers irresistible crispy edges and gooey, cheesy goodness in every bite. Fresh cilantro adds a bright, herby note, while a hot grill pan or panini press ensures that the sandwich is perfectly pressed and toasted. Ready in under 20 minutes, this flavorful panini makes an ideal lunch or light dinner and pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or your favorite side. Perfect for spice lovers and comfort food fans alike, this tuna panini is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 2 tablespoons Green chilies (finely chopped or canned)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese (shredded or sliced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro (optional, chopped)
- 4 slices Sourdough or ciabatta bread slices
- 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, green chilies, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a creamy and flavorful filling. If desired, stir in the chopped cilantro for an extra punch of freshness.
Place the sourdough or ciabatta bread slices on a flat surface. Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each slice. These will be the outer sides that touch the grill pan.
Flip the bread slices over so the unbuttered sides are facing up. Spread a generous amount of the tuna mixture onto two of the slices.
Top the tuna mixture with shredded or sliced cheddar cheese and cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up, to create sandwiches.
Heat a grill pan, panini press, or skillet over medium heat. If using a grill pan or skillet, weigh the sandwiches down with a heavy lid or spatula.
Grill each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. Flip carefully if not using a panini press.
Once grilled, remove the sandwiches from the pan and let them rest for a minute before slicing them in halves or quarters.
Serve your Green Chili Tuna Grill Sandwich Paninis hot with your favorite sides or a small salad for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.9 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 327 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 4101 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 117.3 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 889 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1141 mg | 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.
