Description

Tuna Avocado Rice Burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional burgers. With creamy avocado, savory tuna, and sticky sushi rice, each bite delivers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. This recipe is perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cooked sushi rice
1 can (5 oz) canned tuna, drained
1 ripe avocado, mashed
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
2 green onions, chopped
1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions and let cool.
In a bowl, mix tuna with soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice until well combined.
Mash the avocado in another bowl and add a splash of lime juice.
Form patties from the cooled rice (about half a cup each). Layer with tuna mixture and mashed avocado; top with another rice patty.
Sear in a pan over medium heat with oil for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Serve garnished with green onions or extra avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: - Use sushi-grade tuna for the best flavor and freshness. - Customize by swapping tuna for salmon or chickpeas for a vegetarian option. - Add spices like chili flakes or garlic powder for an extra kick.