Pan Bagnat Recipe

Name: Pan Bagnat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 baguette; 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 head green leaf lettuce (or Boston luttuce); 2 plum tomatoes, sliced crosswise; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup kalamata olive, pitted and roughly chopped; 1/3 cup fresh basil leaf; 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained and roughly chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1 baguette
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 head green leaf lettuce (or Boston luttuce)
2 plum tomatoes, sliced crosswise
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup kalamata olive, pitted and roughly chopped
1/3 cup fresh basil leaf
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained and roughly chopped (optional)

1
Halve the baguette lengthwise, then cut it crosswise into 4 portions.
2
Remove some of the light, fluffy bread from the center and reserve for another use (such as bread crumbs).
3
In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and 1 Tablespoon of the oil.
4
Place a few lettuce leaves on both halves of each baguette portion.
5
top the bottom halves with the tuna mixture, tomatoes, onion, olives, basil and capers (if using).
6
Drizzle with the remaining oil.
7
Cover with the top half of each baguette portion and press gently but firmly.
8
Enjoy or wrap and tote to your favorite outdoor activity.

206

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 baguette, 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, and more.

Yes, Pan Bagnat falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pan Bagnat

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Variations & substitutions

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