Recipe of Tuna Patties with Lemon Dill Sauce

Lean protein is your diet is essential to weight loss and weight maintenance. Tuna fish is an excellent source of lean protein as it is lower in fat than red meats. These tuna fish patties are delicious hot or cold. They are great for the lunchbox - just hold back the sauce. Below is the recipe

Recipe of Tuna Patties with Lemon Dill Sauce Ingredients :

•    1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
•    1 (12 ounce) (350g) can white tuna packed in water, drained and finely flaked
•    1/4 cup minced green onion
•    1/2 cup skim milk
•    1 egg
•    3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Lemon Dill Sauce:
•    1/4 teaspoon dried dill
•    1 tablespoon lemon juice
•    1/4 cup nonfat chicken broth

Recipe of Tuna Patties with Lemon Dill Sauce Methods :

•    In large bowl, combine tuna, breadcrumbs, green onion, egg, milk, and lemon peel.
•    With lightly floured hands, form mixture into patties.
•    Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
•    Cook patties, until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.

Sauce
•    Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until warm.
•    Add a small amount of flour and mix with a whisk to thicken sauce.
•    Spoon sauce over tuna patties and serve.
•    Makes 4-6 Servings