These flavorful Whole 30 Chipotle Tuna Cakes are quick to throw together with simple pantry staples and are especially great for meal prep.
As some of you know, I am Romanian and Romanian Orthodox. Every year before Easter we observe lent or fast for 40 days which requires abstaining from meat. I always have cans of tuna on hand and these delicious tuna cakes are a great and easy way to use them up. This is hands down my favorite recipe to make when I start lent as my whole family loves it. These Chipotle Tuna Cakes (Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten-Free) are so easy to throw together and make a great lunch, quick dinner, or even a healthy snack. I always have canned tuna in my pantry and this is an amazing low carb way to use it. The chipotle powder gives these healthy tuna patties a nice smoky taste with no spice so they are perfect even for the littles. I love to serve these easy tuna patties on a bed of lettuce or alongside roasted yukon gold or sweet potatoes. Hope you enjoy!
Simple ingredients I use to make the Chipotle Tuna Cakes (Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten-Free)
- tuna in water
- almond flour
- whole30 mayo
- eggs
- green onions
- fresh parsley or if you prefer fresh dill
- lemon juice
- chipotle powder
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- avocado oil
Chipotle Tuna Patties (Whole 30, Paleo, Gluten-Free)
Ingredients
- 3 5 oz cans tuna in water
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 eggs
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the tuna, almond flour, eggs, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, chipotle powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine well.
- Form into 7 1/4 cup patties and press them together.
- Heat avocado oil in large pan or a cast iron skillet over medium-hight heat. Cook patties for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown on both sides. Serve with a simple salad, roasted potatoes, or greens.
