Flavorful Tuna Patties with Dill Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these flavorful tuna patties paired with an irresistible homemade dill sauce. Made with pantry staples like canned tuna, breadcrumbs, and Dijon mustard, these golden, pan-fried patties are infused with fresh green onion, parsley, and a hint of garlic for a burst of savory goodness in every bite. The creamy Greek yogurt dill sauce, delicately sweetened with honey and brightened by lemon juice, is the perfect complement to these crispy delights. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is a quick, protein-packed option for busy days, and it’s perfect for serving as a light entrée or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
• 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 stalks, finely chopped green onion
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 small, minced garlic clove
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon additional lemon juice
• 1 pinch salt (for sauce)
• 1 pinch pepper (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Flake it lightly with a fork.

Step 2

Add the breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onion, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until it forms a cohesive mixture.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3 inches in diameter.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the tuna patties to the skillet in batches, being careful not to overcrowd.

Step 5

Cook each patty for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, prepare the dill sauce. In a small bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, fresh dill, honey, additional lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Serve the tuna patties warm with the dill sauce on the side. Garnish with additional parsley or lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(418.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	986.6

Total Fat 64.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 290.1mg	0%
Sodium 2091.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 167.2IU	0%
Calcium 243.7mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 576.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.9%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 25.3%