Italian Tuna Melt Burgers
Elevate your burger game with these delicious Italian Tuna Melt Burgers, a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender patties made with canned tuna in olive oil, flavored with Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon zest, this recipe combines bold Mediterranean flavors for an unforgettable bite. Topped with melty provolone cheese and nestled in toasted burger buns slathered with a creamy basil pesto mayonnaise, these burgers are further brightened by a fresh layer of peppery arugula. Quick to make with just 15 minutes of prep and perfect for a crowd, this recipe offers a balanced blend of texture and umami-rich goodness. Ideal for casual weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a gourmet touch, these easy tuna burgers are a must-try for seafood lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna in olive oil
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices provolone cheese slices
- 4 burger buns
- 1 cup arugula
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Add the panko breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.
Place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.
Toast the burger buns lightly, if desired.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and basil pesto until well combined.
Spread the pesto mayonnaise on the cut sides of each burger bun.
Assemble the burgers by placing a tuna patty on the bottom half of each bun, topping with arugula, and then covering with the top bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.3 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
