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    Tuna Burgers Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    You’ve probably heard of salmon burgers, but this recipe gives pride of place to the tuna fish instead, proudly bringing out the taste of the fish with an anchovy mayonnaise sauce instead of trying to hide it behind too much cream or flavoring.

    It’s definitely a recipe for tuna lovers; don’t try this on your fish-hating friends (unless you secretly want to eat all the burgers yourself)!

    Tuna Burger

    To make the patties stick together in this recipe, it’s important to use fresh tuna, not the canned kind. Canned fish is great for many other recipes, but in this case, it just won’t hold properly, and your tuna patties will break apart and get lost through the bars of the grill.

    It’s a little more expensive, but the upside to fresh fish is that you won’t have to worry about checking the cans for hidden soy or MSG since you know exactly what you’re getting.

    To give this recipe your own unique twist, you can always add more or different ingredients to the tuna mix. As written, the recipe has a very sophisticated Mediterranean flavor with the kalamata olives and anchovies, and the arugula on top adds an extra spicy crunch to the finished creation.

    It might not be the best choice for kids, but it’s sure to impress a group of adult friends with your taste and creativity.

    Serve the burgers plain or nestled into a big bed of mixed greens, or grill up some big Portobello mushrooms for the buns – they’re tasty however you prepare them and a welcome variation on the more typical beef.

    Tuna Burger Recipe

    SERVES: 4 PREP: 20 min COOK: 8 min

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb. fresh tuna, diced;
    • 2 scallions, thinly sliced;
    • 12 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped;
    • ¼ cup homemade mayonnaise;
    • 1 tsp. anchovy paste;
    • Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing;
    • Sliced tomatoes and arugula, to serve;
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste;
    Tuna Burger Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. Preheat your grill to medium-high.
    2. In a bowl, combine the tuna, the kalamata olives, and the scallions. Place the mixture in the freezer for 5 minutes.
    3. When the 5 minutes is up, transfer the tuna mixture into a food processor and pulse until the tuna is finely chopped.
    4. Transfer back to the bowl and season to taste.
    5. Flatten the tuna into 4 patties of equal size.
    6. Brush each patty with olive oil and grill for 6 to 8 minutes total, flipping once.
    7. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the anchovy paste.
    8. Spread the mayonnaise and anchovy paste on each tuna patty. Top with tomato and arugula, and serve.
    Tuna Burger Recipe

    Tuna Burger Recipe

    Take a break from beef burgers with this fish-lovers' version of a barbecue favorite.
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 8 mins
    Total Time 28 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 280 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb. fresh tuna diced
    • 2 scallions thinly sliced
    • 12 kalamata olives pitted and chopped
    • ¼ cup homemade mayonnaise
    • 1 tsp. anchovy paste
    • Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing
    • Sliced tomatoes and arugula to serve
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your grill to medium-high.
    • In a bowl, combine the tuna, the kalamata olives, and the scallions. Place the mixture in the freezer for 5 minutes.
      1 lb. fresh tuna, 12 kalamata olives, 2 scallions
    • When the 5 minutes is up, transfer the tuna mixture into a food processor and pulse until the tuna is finely chopped.
    • Transfer back to the bowl and season to taste.
      Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Flatten the tuna into 4 patties of equal size.
    • Brush each patty with olive oil and grill for 6 to 8 minutes total, flipping once.
      Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing
    • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the anchovy paste.
      ¼ cup homemade mayonnaise, 1 tsp. anchovy paste
    • Spread the mayonnaise and anchovy paste on each tuna patty. Top with tomato and arugula, and serve.
      Sliced tomatoes and arugula

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 367mgPotassium: 317mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 2592IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword burgers, tuna
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    Filed Under: Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes, Paleo Recipes Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: fast prep, cooking: grill, diet: dairy-free, diet: low-fodmap, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, Paleo Dinner Recipes, Paleo Kid-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

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