Low Carb Delicious Tuna Burger
Savor the flavor of a protein-packed meal with this Low Carb Delicious Tuna Burger recipe, a perfect choice for keto enthusiasts and anyone seeking a healthy, gluten-free alternative to traditional burgers. Made with canned tuna, almond flour, and a touch of Dijon mustard, these tender patties are bursting with savory goodness and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and green onions. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, these tuna burgers are pan-fried to a golden crisp and served on butter lettuce "buns," keeping carbs to a minimum while maximizing freshness. Customize your creation with optional toppings like avocado or tomato slices for an irresistible low-carb dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with flavor, nutrients, and simplicity, this recipe is bound to become a repeat favorite in your healthy meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Canned tuna, drained
- 0.25 cup Almond flour
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Butter lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, almond flour, egg, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
Add the chopped green onions, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the tuna mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Form the tuna mixture into two even-sized patties.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the tuna patties in the pan.
Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the patties from the skillet and let them slightly cool.
Serve each tuna burger on a piece of butter lettuce as a bun. Add extra toppings, such as sliced avocado or tomato slices, if desired.
Enjoy your satisfying and low carb tuna burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.4 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 357 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 1979 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 102% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
