Low Carb Tuna Cakes

Satisfy your cravings while staying on track with these flavorful Low Carb Tuna Cakes, a delightful and protein-packed recipe that’s perfect for quick dinners or meal prep. Made with simple pantry staples like canned tuna, almond flour, and Dijon mustard, these keto-friendly patties come together in under 20 minutes. The fresh parsley, garlic powder, and paprika add a burst of vibrant flavor, while the crispy golden sear from olive oil frying makes them irresistibly delicious. Whether enjoyed on their own, paired with a crisp side salad, or served with a tangy dipping sauce, these tuna cakes are a versatile, low-carb solution to your weeknight meal plan. Perfect for those following gluten-free or keto diets, this recipe is easy, wholesome, and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.25 cups almond flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, almond flour, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well-combined and formable.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8 patties of equal size, about 2-3 inches in diameter.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Place the tuna cakes in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Remove the cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the tuna cakes warm, either on their own or with a side salad, dipping sauce, or a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(266.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	850.1

Total Fat 74.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 422.0mg	0%
Sodium 1318.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 127.4IU	0%
Calcium 142.4mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 410.9mg	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: 77.6%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 7.0%