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Keto Tuna Cakes With Lemon Dip

Keto Tuna Cakes with Zesty Lemon Dip for Quick Flavor Joy

Keto Tuna Cakes with Lemon Dip are a delicious, low-carb snack that offers a satisfying burst of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Cakes
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna chunk light for a milder flavor
  • 1 cup Diced Onion white or yellow recommended
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar or gouda for richness
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley fresh or dried
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 large Eggs for binding
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise regular or low-carb
  • 1 whole Lemon for aioli
For the Lemon Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise same as in tuna cakes
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch Pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly, then mix it in a bowl with diced onion, parsley, eggs, shredded cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Form the tuna mixture into patties and fry for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  3. In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve the tuna cakes hot, drizzled with lemon aioli or as a dip on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the tuna is well-drained to avoid soggy patties. You can substitute ingredients as desired.

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