Tuna Burgers Recipe

Name: Tuna Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water; ¾ cup raw wheat germ; 1 egg, beaten; ½ cup onion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ cup parsley, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 whole wheat hamburger buns; 4 slices cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Drain and flake the tuna into a large bowl.
2
Add the wheat germ, egg, veggies and seasonings.
3
Mix thoroughly until mixture sticks together.
4
Shape into 4 patties and place on wax paper.
5
Heat the oil in a skillet large enough to hold the patties.
6
Cook 5 minutes.
7
Turn and cook another 5 minutes.
8
If desired, add the cheese the last few minutes of cooking and cover so the cheese melts.
9
Serve on whole wheat hamburger buns.

653

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, ¾ cup raw wheat germ, 1 egg, beaten, ½ cup onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Tuna Burgers falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tuna Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

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