Cheesy Tuna Burgers
Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Cheesy Tuna Burgers—an easy, flavor-packed twist perfect for weeknight dinners or laid-back lunches. Made with pantry staples like canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy Dijon mustard, these patties come together in just 20 minutes. The addition of shredded cheddar cheese and a blend of garlic and onion powders gives them a savory, melty richness you’ll love. Pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil, these burgers are perfect atop crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a lightly toasted bun. Customizable with your favorite condiments, this recipe offers a protein-packed, budget-friendly alternative to traditional beef burgers that’s loaded with flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 piece large egg
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces tomato slices
- optional condiments (e.g., ketchup, mayo, mustard)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about ½ inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the tuna patties to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a tuna patty, a slice of tomato, and any optional condiments of your choice. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve the cheesy tuna burgers warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.4 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 445 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 4399 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 127.8 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 1057 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
