TUNA PATTIES- HEALTHY RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Tuna Patties

 Less than 100 calories per patty!

Ingredients:

·         Two cans of Tuna of your choice

·         2 teaspoons of honey mustard

·         1 fresh lemon

·         ½ teaspoon minced garlic

·         Red onion (chopped fine)

·         Habanero peppers (optional this adds a little kick, use at your discretion)

·         Salt and pepper 

·         1 egg

·         Extra virgin olive oil

·         Drain liquid from tuna can, reserve just a little.

·         Add ingredients mixture (honey mustard, fresh squeezed lemon, chopped red onion, habanero peppers, salt/pepper, garlic & egg).

·         Mix well, and taste before adding egg to make sure it’s the correct amount of seasoning.

·         Form mixture into in to individual patties.(typically makes 4-5)

·         Heat extra virgin olive oil into frying skillet on med-hi.

·         Gently place patties in to the pan and cook on each side 3-4 minutes (or until nicely browned)

·         Viola! Now your patties are ready to serve, Enjoy!

·         You can enjoy this with a side of plain grits, on whole grain bread, avocado, or just by themselves, salad, either way their delicious!