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Tuna Burgers

Savory Tuna Burgers: Quick, Easy, and Delish Weeknight Meal

Savor these delicious Tuna Burgers, a quick and easy meal that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 5 burgers
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna Drained well
  • 1 cup Cracker Crumbs Saltine or gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, substitute with flax egg
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Light mayo or Greek yogurt recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh dill recommended
For the Dill Mayo Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Match the burger's mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Chopped

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by opening your can of tuna and draining it thoroughly. Flake the drained tuna in a medium bowl.
  2. Add cracker crumbs, egg, chopped celery, and mayonnaise to the bowl. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Form the mixture into patties about ¾ inch thick.
  4. Heat a lightly greased frying pan over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Place the patties into the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill for the Dill Mayo Sauce.
  7. Remove the patties from the pan and serve hot, optionally topped with the Dill Mayo Sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure tuna is well-drained to avoid sogginess. Shape patties evenly for consistent cooking.

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