Quick and Easy Tuna Cakes
Whip up a batch of these irresistibly crispy Quick and Easy Tuna Cakes for a simple yet flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Made with pantry staples like canned tuna, breadcrumbs, and Dijon mustard, these golden patties are packed with savory goodness and brightened with fresh parsley and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re pan-fried to perfection with a golden crust while staying tender on the inside. Serve them as a quick appetizer, a protein-rich main dish, or even as a sandwich filling. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or a crisp side salad for a dish that’s deliciously versatile and sure to please. Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or when you’re looking for budget-friendly meal ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
Add the eggs, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix the ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed. If it feels too wet, add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small patty.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the tuna cakes to the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between each patty.
Cook the tuna cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.
Remove the tuna cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm as is or with your favorite dipping sauce or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 595 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 244 mg | 5% | |
*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.
