Classic Tuna Melt Panini Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Tuna Melt Panini's are easy to make at home! Make some tuna salad, sandwich with cheese, and toast. Makes a simple lunch or a light dinner.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings:

Calories: 214kcal

6 oz tuna *drained
⅓ cup cottage cheese
2 tablespoon mayonnaise
¼ cup onion *finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 loaf Foccacia bread *cut into desired size sandwiches, also slice in half to fill with tuna
Sliced Cheese *any works, we use American

In a bowl, combine all ingredients minus the bread and cheese.
Spoon tuna mixture onto one side of the bread.
Place one slice of cheese on top of tuna and cover to create sandwich.
Preheat your panini press or griddle.
Place sandwich on to press and close lid. Allow to cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and sandwich is toasted.
*If using a griddle or pan, cook on each side for a few minutes, to toast evenly.
Remove from griddle/press and serve.