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    Home » Dairy Free Keto » Lemon Dill Tuna Patties

    Published: Aug 16, 2018 · Modified: Apr 12, 2020 by Carolyn

    Lemon Dill Tuna Patties

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    I officially declare these the best tuna patties ever! These healthy keto tuna burgers are easy to make, delicious, and a very family friendly recipe. A great way to get a little more fish in your low carb diet. Less than 2g carbs per serving. This post is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill.

    Keto Tuna Patties on a white plate with lemon slices, mayonnaise, and dill

    Tuna salad is a staple in our house and I probably make it at least once every 2 weeks. It’s keto, it’s easy, my kids like it, and…it’s incredibly boring. I am so very much a tuna salad fan but it’s not the most exciting meal and I make it mostly because it’s a good way to get some fatty fish into my kids. So it’s what I make on the fly when I can’t think of much else and I need to get some healthy protein into them without too much struggle. I can easily serve it with lettuce wraps, keto crackers, or some instant keto english muffins and they will be happy.

    But a few weeks ago, as I pulled out a few cans of tuna from the cupboard, I nearly put myself to sleep. The thought of just mashing up some tuna with some mayo and a sprinkle of salt and pepper bored me to tears. I needed to do something different with that fish, just to shake things up a bit.

    Lemon Dill Tuna Patties in a stack with mayo, capers, and dill

    Enter these delicious keto tuna cakes. Or tuna burgers. Or tuna patties. Whatever you want to call them.

    I rummaged through my fridge and my cupboards, pulling out lemon, fresh dill, and some Bob’s Red Mill almond flour as a binder. More often than not, I am grabbing that almond flour to make something sweet, but it’s amazing in savory recipes too. I forget about that sometimes – it’s wonderful when you need to add a little bulk to meatballs and meatloaf and it worked perfectly in these tuna patties. You could probably sub in Bob’s Red Mill Coconut Flour too but you’d only want about 1 ½ tablespoons.

    Not a fan of tuna? Try these Chicken Cakes and sub the bread crumbs for almond flour!

    Squeezing lemon over a stack of low carb tuna cakes

    How to Make Low Carb Tuna Patties

    • Be sure to use sustainable tuna such as Wild Planet, which is pole and line caught and lower in mercury.
    • Drain the tuna very well. Wild Planet says you don’t need to drain it and that’s true for tuna salad but it’s best to drain it for these tuna burgers.
    • Use a low carb binder such as almond flour or coconut flour, to help the patties hold their shape.
    • Good health mayonnaise, such as Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil mayo, helps make the tuna burgers moist and delicious.
    • Form them firmly by hand into nice even patties about ¾ inch thick. They shouldn’t be more than 3 to 4 inches in diameter.
    • A non-stick skillet works best for easy flipping. Flip them carefully. Once they are cooked well on one side, they hold together nicely.
    • Serve with tasty toppings like Garlic Aioli Mayo and capers.

    Keto Low Carb Tuna Patties

    I will be honest, I served these to my kids with trepidation. They are at that funny stage of not liking anything unfamiliar or different, and this was a very different way for me to serve tuna. But to my surprise and delight, they loved them and they all asked for a second helping. Now mind you, I left off the garlic aioli mayo and the capers on theirs, but still…this was rather adventurous for them. Just goes to show you that I don’t know anything when it comes to parenting.

    I’ve made these several times since then and they come out so well. And I am so happy to have a tasty and not-so-boring alternative to tuna salad.

    Many thanks to Bob’s Red Mill for partnering with me to bring you this recipe.

    Lemon Dill Tuna Patties in a stack with mayo, capers, and dill

    Lemon Dill Tuna Patties

    I officially declare these the best tuna patties ever! These healthy keto tuna burgers are easy to make, delicious, and a very family friendly recipe. A great way to get a little more fish in your low carb diet. Less than 2g carbs per serving.
    4.70 from 40 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: tuna burgers, tuna cakes, tuna patties
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 8 patties
    Calories: 215kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 5-ounce cans tuna drained
    • ⅓ cup almond flour
    • 2 medium green onions, chopped white and light green parts only
    • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoon avocado oil

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, mix together all of the ingredients except the avocado oil until well combined. Form into 8 patties about ¾ inch thick.
    • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the avocado oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add half of tuna patties and cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    • Carefully flip over and cook the other side another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a paper towel lined plate and repeat with the remaining oil and patties. 
    • Top with mayo, lemon, and capers, if desired. 
    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Dill Tuna Patties
    Amount Per Serving (1 patty)
    Calories 215 Calories from Fat 128
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14.2g22%
    Carbohydrates 1.7g1%
    Fiber 0.7g3%
    Protein 22.2g44%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Dianna says

      March 07, 2023 at 9:32 pm

      Where is the recipe for the Garlic Aioli Mayo… should have been included.

      Reply
    2. Carol says

      January 25, 2023 at 8:23 am

      2 stars
      I followed the recipe exactly. I used a nonstick frying pan. They stuck to the bottom and fell apart easily. They did, however, look cute and arranged nicely on a plate. But then when I ate them…no thanks.

      Reply
    3. Randi says

      August 03, 2022 at 3:54 pm

      4 stars
      Followed the recipe exactly Great taste but they fell apart when frying. Should I use another egg or more almond flour?

      Reply
    4. Natalie Campbell-Djedje says

      September 29, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      Flavour was really good but they fell apart during the fryer process. I think I may had to add another egg or some other binder.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        September 29, 2021 at 5:53 pm

        This isn’t an air fryer recipe…

        Reply
    5. John says

      August 14, 2021 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      Van you freeze these before cooking?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        August 14, 2021 at 5:39 pm

        No, they are too fragile.

        Reply
    6. Susan-Rae Bell says

      August 14, 2021 at 12:17 pm

      As I’ve always loved Tuna melts, I bet these would fit the bill with the addition of some shredded sharp cheddar cheese! Guess what’s for lunch today ????

      Reply
    7. Pat says

      August 14, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      I don’t know if you have access to jalapeño relish but it can really jazz up a tuna salad.

      Reply
    8. Gail says

      August 14, 2021 at 8:21 am

      Carolyn, will these freeze well?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        August 14, 2021 at 8:48 am

        I’ve never tried but I can’t see why not.

        Reply
    9. Jill Cusack says

      April 17, 2021 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! Once again, excellent recipe. I didn’t have tuna in my cupboard so made it with a good canned salmon
      Back in the day, we use to make it with left-over mashed potatoes, chives, egg, salt & pepper & a little flour to help bind together. I ALWAYS loved Fridays for that reason. Good Catholic girls & all!
      You are a true marvel. Stay safe.
      Jill in Vancouver, Canada, 🙂

      Reply
    10. Ida says

      March 05, 2021 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is definitely a family favorite! They actually request it. It’s on our menu tonight~Thank you Carolyn!

      Reply
    11. Franca Kreikmann says

      February 17, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      Is the tuna water packed or oil?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 18, 2021 at 11:19 am

        Water packed but it shouldn’t matter much.

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