Apple Cheddar Tuna Patties

5 from 3 votes

These healthy tuna patties are made with wild-caught canned tuna, freshly grated apples and cheddar cheese - a simple recipe for a delicious lunch!

Prep Time15

Cook Time8

Total Time23

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: apple cheddar tuna patties, healthy tuna patties, homemade tuna patties, how to make tuna patties, tuna patties, tuna patties recipe

Servings: servings

Author: Gina Matsoukas

Ingredients

8 ounces wild Albacore tuna drained
3/4 cup grated apple
1/3 cup diced onion
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard *see note
1 1/2 tablespoons hummus *see note
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
4 slices of sharp cheddar cheese
avocado oil for cooking

Instructions

Place a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and onions and saut́e for 2-3 minutes until softened. Transfer to a large bowl.
Add remaining ingredient to the bowl with the onions and stir with a fork or spatula to thoroughly combine.
Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 even sized patties.
Add enough avocado oil to lightly cover the bottom of the same pan used for the onions. Place skillet over medium heat.
Once hot, add the patties to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Add more oil to the skillet if necessary to keep from sticking.
A minute before patties are done, lay a slice of cheddar on top of each one, cover the skillet with a lid until melted.
Serve patties in a pita pocket, on a bun or over top a salad.

Notes

*You can use all (3 tablespoons) dijon mustard, all hummus or a mixture of both as stated in the recipe. Adjust to your preference or what you have on hand. You will need a total of about 3 tablespoons though to hold/bind the tuna mixture together.

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