Italian Tuna Melt Burgers

Elevate your burger game with these delicious Italian Tuna Melt Burgers, a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender patties made with canned tuna in olive oil, flavored with Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon zest, this recipe combines bold Mediterranean flavors for an unforgettable bite. Topped with melty provolone cheese and nestled in toasted burger buns slathered with a creamy basil pesto mayonnaise, these burgers are further brightened by a fresh layer of peppery arugula. Quick to make with just 15 minutes of prep and perfect for a crowd, this recipe offers a balanced blend of texture and umami-rich goodness. Ideal for casual weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a gourmet touch, these easy tuna burgers are a must-try for seafood lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz canned tuna in olive oil
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices provolone cheese slices
• 4 burger buns
• 1 cup arugula
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons basil pesto

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the panko breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 3

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 7

Place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns lightly, if desired.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and basil pesto until well combined.

Step 10

Spread the pesto mayonnaise on the cut sides of each burger bun.

Step 11

Assemble the burgers by placing a tuna patty on the bottom half of each bun, topping with arugula, and then covering with the top bun.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	887.4 grams (887.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2615

Total Fat 168.30g	216%
Saturated Fat 37.60g	188%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 536mg	179%
Sodium 4907mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 133.80g	49%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 140.50g	281%

Vitamin D 734IU	3671%
Calcium 1430mg	110%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 2063mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 20.5%