Tuna Patties
Tuna Patties deliver 24g protein at 348 calories per serving — a legitimate whole-food snack that counts toward daily protein without filler. Batch makes 4 servings in quick prep on the stovetop, giving you grab-and-go protein between meals or post-workout. Bridges calorie gaps while supporting muscle retention during aggressive cuts.
Ingredients
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Parsley, Fresh(30g)
- •Canned Tuna(340g)
- •Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(120g)
- •Egg, Whole, Large
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(30g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(8g)
- •1 tsp seasoning salt* ($0.03)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
Instructions
- 1Roughly chop the parsley and green onions. Drain the canned tuna well.
- 2Place the tuna, green onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, eggs, mayonnaise, seasoning salt, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix the ingredients together just until evenly combined. Avoid over mixing.
- 3Divide the mixture into four equal portions, then shape each portion into a patty.
- 4Heat a large skillet over medium. Once hot, add the cooking oil and swirl to coat the surface of the skillet. Add the tuna patties and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- 5Serve warm over a bed of greens or stuffed into a pita!
Nutrition — Per Serving
348
calories
24g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 22g
- Saturated fat
- 3.1g
- Sodium
- 592 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.6g
4 servings per batch · ~140g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Tuna Patties have per serving?
Each serving delivers 24g of protein and 348 calories with 17g fat and 22g carbs. The protein-to-calorie ratio makes this a solid midday or post-workout snack for hitting daily protein targets without excessive calories.
How long does Tuna Patties take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop yields 4 servings, so you can batch-make these ahead for the week and portion them out as needed. The fast prep time makes these ideal for busy meal prep days.
Is Tuna Patties good for muscle gain?
With 24g protein per patty at only 348 calories, these are efficient for muscle gain phases when you're managing calorie intake while staying high on protein. Stack two patties with carbs for a complete post-workout meal.
