Tuna Patties without Breadcrumbs Recipe (Gluten Free, Paleo, Keto)
A delicious and healthy twist on the classic tuna patty, this recipe with flaxseed is a perfect option for paleo, keto and any other diet that's looking for a simple and delicious meal ready in about 15 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 112kcal
Equipment
- frying pan
Ingredients
- 1 6-ounce can chunk light tuna, water or oil - drained
- 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed brown or golden
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion or shallot
- 2 tablespoons finely diced sweet pepper, fresh or roasted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1-2 teaspoon Sriracha or other hot sauce, optional
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese or other cheese, optional
- 2 tablespoons avocado, sunflower or other heat tolerant oil
Instructions
- Flake the drained tuna into a small to medium bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients that you are using (except for the cooking oil) and mix well. Place in the freezer for 5 minutes to let the flax absorb the moisture.
- Heat the oil in a fry pan until simmering over medium heat (or adjusted to your cooktop). Use a medium (2 tablespoon) sized cookie scoop* to portion the patties directly into the frying pan, using the back of the scoop to flatten each patty.
- Cook the patties 3-4 minutes, turning halfway through when you see it starting to brown underneath. Cook until both sides are golden brown and then remove to a platter and repeat with any remaining tuna mixture.
- Serve warm or reheat in a toaster oven.
Notes
*This is for 8 smaller patties. For 4 larger patties, use a 1/4 cup scoop (or just evenly divide the tune mixture into four and shape a bit with your hands).
Storage: Cooked patties will last in the fridge up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage, up to 6 months, and remove what you need and reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer.
Note: The nutrition facts were calculated without the optional cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 2patties | Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
