Savory Tuna Cakes

Savory Tuna Cakes

Turn simple pantry staples into a crave-worthy dinner with these crispy, golden tuna cakes—made with tender chunk light tuna, creamy mashed potatoes, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning—pan-seared until perfectly crisp and served over a fresh spring mix drizzled with tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

Prep Time:

20 min

Cook Time:

20 min

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

  • 5 Ounces chunk light tuna in water
  • 24 Ounces Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 Cups panko breadcrumbs, divided
  • 1 Cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 6 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 5 Ounces spring mix
  • 1 Cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

  1. Combine tuna, potatoes, 1 cup breadcrumbs, cheese and seasoning in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  2. Shape mixture into 12 patties.
  3. Dredge patties in 1 cup breadcrumbs to coat.
  4. Cook patties, in batches, in 3 Tbsp hot oil per batch in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crisp.
  5. Toss together spring mix and vinaigrette.
  6. Divide salad among 6 plates. Top with tuna cakes.

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