CategoryDifficultyIntermediate

Looking for a low cholesterol alternative to red meat patties? We recommend giving these tuna patties a try!

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time50 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time1 hr
 1 Can Great Northern Beans, Rinse and Drain
 15 oz Chunk Light Tuna
 2 tbsp Canola Oil
 ¼ tsp Salt
 8 oz Diced Carrots
For Frying
 ¼ cup Flour
 12 cups Canola Oil
1

Place beans in a blender or food processor with 2 TBSP of canola oil. Blend to roughly puree the beans.

2

Transfer to a mixing bowl and add Carrot and Tuna. Stir well.

3

Shape mixture into small patties and then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This will make them less likely to fall apart and be easier to handle.

4

Remove the patties from the fridge and dredge in a little flour.

5

Heat 1 TBSP Canola Oil in a non-stick skillet and fry patties until golden brown on both sides. Place patties on paper towels to drain. If they seen a little moist, they can be fried for a second time and then drain.

6

Serve with rice and your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 334
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 22.5mg8%
Sodium 618mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g12%
Dietary Fiber 6.75g27%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 37g74%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients

 1 Can Great Northern Beans, Rinse and Drain
 15 oz Chunk Light Tuna
 2 tbsp Canola Oil
 ¼ tsp Salt
 8 oz Diced Carrots
For Frying
 ¼ cup Flour
 12 cups Canola Oil

Directions

1

Place beans in a blender or food processor with 2 TBSP of canola oil. Blend to roughly puree the beans.

2

Transfer to a mixing bowl and add Carrot and Tuna. Stir well.

3

Shape mixture into small patties and then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This will make them less likely to fall apart and be easier to handle.

4

Remove the patties from the fridge and dredge in a little flour.

5

Heat 1 TBSP Canola Oil in a non-stick skillet and fry patties until golden brown on both sides. Place patties on paper towels to drain. If they seen a little moist, they can be fried for a second time and then drain.

6

Serve with rice and your favorite vegetables.

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