Ingredients:

  • 2 cans (5 oz / 142 g each) canned tuna, drained well
  • 1 large (50 g) egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) red onion, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3 g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1 g) black pepper
  • 1/2 cup (30 g) Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil spray

Instructions:

  1. In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork until no large chunks remain. Stir in the mayonnaise, beaten egg, mustard, minced onion, parsley, lemon juice, zest, and seasonings. Fold in the Panko breadcrumbs gently until the mixture holds its shape.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions (roughly 1/3 cup each). Shape them into patties about 2 1/2 inches (6 cm) in diameter and 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. Place them on a plate in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (198°C). Place the patties in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they aren't touching. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil.
  4. Air fry for 6 minutes, flip carefully, spray the other side, and cook for another 4–6 minutes until they reach a deep mahogany-colored crust.