Veggie Tuna Burgers

Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal, these Veggie Tuna Burgers are a delicious twist on classic tuna patties, combining protein-packed canned tuna with vibrant vegetables like grated zucchini and carrots. Enhanced with fresh parsley, a hint of lemon juice, and a crispy panko breadcrumb coating, these burgers are pan-seared to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. Serve them on toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite condiments for a wholesome, satisfying dish that’s sure to please. These easy homemade patties are a great way to sneak in extra veggies while keeping the meal light and full of flavor—a must-try for seafood and veggie burger lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 1 medium zucchini (grated)
• 1 medium carrot (grated)
• 0.5 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 4 slices tomato slices
• 0 to taste condiments (optional: mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped parsley, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and salt to the bowl.

Step 3

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. The mixture should be moist but hold together when pressed. If needed, add a bit more panko breadcrumbs to adjust the consistency.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Place the tuna patties into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 7

While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns and lightly toast them if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato on the bottom half of each bun. Add a tuna patty on top, and finish with condiments of your choice.

Step 9

Place the top half of the bun on each burger and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade Veggie Tuna Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1166.4

Total Fat 51.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 244.5mg	0%
Sodium 1944.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 42.7g	0%

Vitamin D 99.1IU	0%
Calcium 305.1mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1613.2mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 44.9%