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Cottage Cheese Tuna Cakes

Cottage Cheese Tuna Cakes: Quick, Crispy, Healthy Delights

Try these Cottage Cheese Tuna Cakes for a quick, protein-packed snack or meal option that’s crispy on the outside and creamy inside.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 6 cakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Drained Tuna
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 1 large Egg
For the Flavor
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Substitute with chives if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Texture
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna and cottage cheese using a fork until creamy.
  2. Add egg, chopped green onions, parsley (if using), garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until combined.
  3. Stir in panko breadcrumbs until the mixture is thick enough to hold shape.
  4. Divide mixture into six equal patties, ensuring they are compact but not tightly packed.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  6. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and firm.
  7. Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  8. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake patties on a lined baking sheet for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate patties for 15 minutes before cooking to firm them up. Serve with lemon-dill yogurt or sriracha mayo for dipping.

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