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Baked Tuna Patties

Crispy baked tuna patties flavored with lemon, green onion, and seasoned salt for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup green onions minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 medium lemon zest and juice
  • 10 ounces albacore tuna flaked and well drained

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced green onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened; remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the 2 eggs. Add 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, the cooled green onion mixture, and the zest and juice of 1 medium lemon; stir until combined.
  • Fold in the 10 ounces flaked albacore tuna gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and shape into patties. For thin crispy patties, make 6 patties using about 1/3 cup each. For thicker patties, make 3 patties using about 2/3 cup each.
  • Bake thin patties for 10 minutes, flip, then bake an additional 6–8 minutes until browned and crispy. For thicker patties, bake 12 minutes, flip, then bake another 8–10 minutes until browned and crispy.
  • Allow patties to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula or spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • lemon zester or grater

Notes

  • If you don't have seasoned salt, substitute 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
  • Do not use Miracle Whip in place of mayonnaise.
  • To reduce calories, plain Greek yogurt can be substituted for mayonnaise if desired.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
  • Let patties cool before storing between parchment layers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a 400°F (205°C) oven for about 10 minutes until warmed through.