Veggie Tuna Burgers
Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal, these Veggie Tuna Burgers are a delicious twist on classic tuna patties, combining protein-packed canned tuna with vibrant vegetables like grated zucchini and carrots. Enhanced with fresh parsley, a hint of lemon juice, and a crispy panko breadcrumb coating, these burgers are pan-seared to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. Serve them on toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite condiments for a wholesome, satisfying dish that’s sure to please. These easy homemade patties are a great way to sneak in extra veggies while keeping the meal light and full of flavor—a must-try for seafood and veggie burger lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 1 medium zucchini (grated)
- 1 medium carrot (grated)
- 0.5 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 4 slices tomato slices
- to taste condiments (optional: mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it into a large mixing bowl.
Add grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped parsley, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and salt to the bowl.
Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should be moist but hold together when pressed. If needed, add a bit more panko breadcrumbs to adjust the consistency.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Place the tuna patties into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns and lightly toast them if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato on the bottom half of each bun. Add a tuna patty on top, and finish with condiments of your choice.
Place the top half of the bun on each burger and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade Veggie Tuna Burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1944 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.9 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1613 mg | 34% | |
*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.
