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Healthy Tuna Cakes Recipe

Healthy Tuna Cakes Recipe
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These Healthy Tuna Cakes are a light and flavorful dish made with white albacore tuna, fresh herbs, and spices. Packed with protein and combined with crisp romaine lettuce and zesty pico de gallo, these tuna cakes make a perfect healthy lunch or dinner option that is easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 (5-ounce) cans Solid White Albacore Tuna in water
  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 tablespoon minced pickled jalapeño slices
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

For Serving

  • 5 leaves romaine lettuce, washed
  • 1 cup pico de gallo salsa

Instructions

  1. Drain the Tuna: Drain the tuna by pressing it into a sieve, making sure all excess water has been removed to prevent soggy tuna cakes.
  2. Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna with panko crumbs, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, jalapeño slices, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  3. Form Patties: Use a half-cup measuring spoon to scoop and tightly pack the tuna mixture into 4 or 5 evenly sized patties.
  4. Cook Tuna Cakes: Lightly grease a large nonstick pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add the tuna cakes and cook for about 3 minutes on one side, until the bottom is lightly browned and a crust forms. Carefully flip the patties and cook the other side until browned.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Remove the cooked tuna cakes from the pan and place each on a washed romaine lettuce leaf. Top each cake with a generous spoonful of fresh pico de gallo salsa and garnish with extra chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make sure to fully drain the tuna to avoid excess moisture that can prevent the cakes from browning properly.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor balance and acidity.
  • Pico de gallo can be store-bought or homemade for an added fresh taste.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute panko crumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • These tuna cakes are best served immediately to enjoy their crispy texture.

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