Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
10 unit

white tuna in water

drained, flaked

0.25 cup

KRAFT Lite Zesty Italian Dressing

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

2 tbsp

red onions

chopped

2 tbsp

roasted red peppers

chopped

2 clove

garlic

minced

1 unit

lemon zest

2 unit

ciabatta sandwich rolls

split, toasted

4 unit

Boston lettuce leaves

1 unit

plum tomato

cut into thin slices

2 tbsp

KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Step 1
~2 min

Drain and flake the white tuna in water.

Step 2
~2 min

In a bowl, combine the flaked tuna with Italian dressing, chopped fresh parsley, chopped red onions, chopped roasted red peppers, minced garlic, and lemon zest.

Step 3
~2 min

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

Step 4
~2 min

Split and toast the ciabatta sandwich rolls.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover the cut sides of the toasted roll halves with Boston lettuce leaves.

Step 6
~2 min

Add thin slices of plum tomato on top of the lettuce.

Step 7
~2 min

Spoon the tuna mixture evenly over the tomato slices on each roll half.

Step 8
~2 min

Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the tuna mixture.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve immediately as open-face sandwiches.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Use different types of lettuce for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Tuna mixture can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a bowl of soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato soup
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Commonly eaten in Mediterranean countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

lunch
snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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