Tuna, tomato, and capers panini

Name: Tuna, tomato, and capers panini
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1 panini bread; 3.5 oz canned tuna; 4 slices mozzarella; Slices of red onion; Capers; 1.7 oz tomato sauce; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp oregano; 1 pinch of salt

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Main Dish

Very Easy

10 min

963 Kcal

A tuna panini that we love at Ptitchef! Paired with tomato sauce, you'll get a hint of spiciness and acidity from the red onion and capers. A perfect mix for a quick movie night platter, to be devoured with your fingers ;-)

Ingredients

1 panini bread
3.5 oz canned tuna
4 slices mozzarella
Slices of red onion
Capers
1.7 oz tomato sauce
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp oregano
1 pinch of salt

Materials

1 panini press

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time5 min

Combine tomato sauce with olive oil, oregano, and salt.

Spread half of this sauce on one half of the panini bread and reserve the rest for the other half.
Crumble the tuna on top.
Add mozzarella slices, red onion slices, and capers.
Spread the remaining tomato sauce on the other half of the panini bread and close the sandwich.

Cook in a panini press for about 5 minutes. And there you have it! Your panini is ready!

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FAQ ❓

What makes the tuna, tomato, and capers panini a perfect quick meal?

The combination of easy-to-find ingredients and a total preparation and cooking time of just 10 minutes makes this panini an ideal choice for a quick meal, especially on busy days or movie nights.

Can I customize the ingredients in the tuna panini?

Absolutely! You can add or substitute ingredients like different types of cheese, vegetables, or even spices to suit your taste preferences.

How can I make the panini spicier?

To add some heat, consider incorporating sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce into the filling before grilling the panini.

Is it possible to make this panini without a panini press?

Yes! You can use a skillet or grill pan to cook the panini, pressing it down with a heavy pan or spatula to achieve that crispy texture.

What are the health benefits of the ingredients in this panini?

This panini is packed with protein from the tuna, calcium from the mozzarella, and antioxidants from the tomatoes and capers, making it a nutritious choice for a quick meal.