Mack's Tuna Burgers

Dive into the delightful simplicity of Mack's Tuna Burgers, a quick and flavorful twist on traditional burgers that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These golden-brown patties are packed with protein-rich canned tuna, fresh green onion, and the zesty tang of Dijon mustard, perfectly balanced with creamy mayonnaise and aromatic parsley. Held together with breadcrumbs and an egg, these tender yet firm patties are pan-fried to perfection in a sizzling skillet. Serve atop lightly toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite toppings like cheese or pickles for a satisfying, customizable meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, these tuna burgers are a healthy, budget-friendly, and crowd-pleasing favorite that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (packed in water)
• 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Green onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 4 pieces Tomato slices
• 0 Optional toppings (e.g., cheese, pickles, or red onion)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake it into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onion, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a spatula, mix the ingredients until they are well combined.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger-sized patties. Press gently to ensure they are compact.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the patties to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 7

While the patties cook, lightly toast the burger buns in the skillet or a toaster, if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the tuna burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the cooked tuna patty, a slice of tomato, and any optional toppings.

Step 9

Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1668.8

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 378.6mg	0%
Sodium 4051.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 107.4g	0%

Vitamin D 286.6IU	0%
Calcium 457.0mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1012.6mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 32.6%