Tuna Panini | Panino con tonno healthy summer recipe by Tehmina ka kitchen

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: cooked chicken

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines are often less expensive and provide a different flavor profile.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado adds creaminess with healthy fats, while yogurt reduces calories.

ciabatta bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber and nutrients.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

Slice the ciabatta bread in half horizontally.

Mix the canned tuna with mozzarella cheese, diced red onion, oregano, salt, and red crushed chilli in a bowl.

Spread the tuna mixture evenly on the bottom half of the ciabatta.

Layer lettuce and tomato slices on top of the tuna.

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil on the outside of the bread.

Close the sandwich with the top half of the ciabatta.

Heat a panini press or grill over medium heat and place the sandwich inside.

Cook until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove the panini and let it cool for a minute before slicing.

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