Tuna Patties

This recipe is a budget-friendly and healthy meal idea using some of the ingredients packed in our emergency food hampers that are distributed weekly by the Community Food Assistance Network.

Serves: 4 | Preparation: 10 minutes | Total: 25 minutes | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• ¼ cup onions, finely chopped
• 12 oz can tuna, drained
• ½ cup plain breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or plain yogurt
• 1.5 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
• 1 teaspoon seasoning of choice
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix onions, tuna, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice and seasoning until just combined.
2. Divide mixture into four and shape flat patties.
3. Heat a skillet to medium heat and add oil. Once hot, cook patties for 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
4. Serve over a salad, in a pita, or as a burger.

TUNA PATTIES RECIPE CARD

Adapted from: cookspiration.com