Best 12 Open Face Tuna Burgers Recipes

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Open-face tuna burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Made with simple, affordable ingredients such as canned tuna, bread crumbs, eggs, and mayonnaise, these budget-friendly burgers are packed with flavor. Whether you prefer classic tuna salad or something more adventurous like a spicy Sriracha mayo, there's an open-face tuna burger recipe out there to suit your taste. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this versatile and customizable dish!

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OPEN-FACED TUNA SANDWICHES WITH ARUGULA AND SWEET-PICKLE MAYONNAISE



Open-Faced Tuna Sandwiches with Arugula and Sweet-Pickle Mayonnaise image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely diced sweet pickles (about 2 pickles)
4 (4 to 6-ounce) albacore tuna steaks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for drizzling, plus 1/4 cup
4 teaspoons herbs de Provence
4 slices sharp white Cheddar
1 (1-pound) loaf ciabatta bread, halved horizontally (see Cook's Note)
2 cups arugula, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • For the mayonnaise: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and sweet pickles until smooth. For the sandwiches: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Season the tuna with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with the herbs de Provence. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Place a slice of cheese on each piece of fish during the last minute of grilling. Using a pastry brush, brush the bottom half of the bread with 1/4 cup of olive oil. Cut into 4 pieces, each about 4-inches long and 3-inches wide. Grill, cut side down, for 30 seconds to 1 minute until toasted and golden.
  • Spread the grilled bread with the sweet pickle mayonnaise. Place a tuna steak on top. Top with the arugula and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

OPEN-FACED TUNA BURGERS



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One of my gang's favorite sandwiches is this burger. The kids prefer the zesty salad dressing to a mayonnaise base. Bits of pimiento add color. And serving the tuna on a toasted bun means no soggy bread.-Heidi Wilcox, Lapeer, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 slices bread, crusts removed, cubed
1/2 cup evaporated milk
4-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked
1 jar (2 ounces) chopped pimientos, drained
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, soak bread cubes in evaporated milk; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the salad dressing mix, tuna and pimientos. Spoon about 1/4 cup onto each bun half. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 5-6 in. from the heat for 4 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

OPEN-FACE TUNA BURGERS



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Categories     Sandwich     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Tuna     Pan-Fry     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 12-ounce can solid white tuna packed in water, drained well
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1/3 cup (packed) fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
8 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 slices rye, whole wheat or sourdough bread, toasted
4 small lettuce leaves
4 large slices tomato
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place tuna in large bowl; break up finely with fork. Mix in green onions, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, 4 tablespoons mayonnaise, egg and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Shape mixture into four 3/4-inch-thick patties.
  • Arrange bread on 4 plates. Spread each slice with 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; then top each with lettuce and tomato.
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tuna patties and cook until firm to touch and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Place tuna on tomato slices and serve.

OPEN-FACE TUNA MELT



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Cooked under the broiler, mayonnaise souffles like magic and takes on a lighter texture with a crisp brown shell. There's no better way to top a tuna melt!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5-ounce) tin tuna, drained
2 slices sandwich bread, lightly toasted
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Dill pickle slices
Provolone cheese slices
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Evenly divide tuna between bread; season with salt and pepper. Top with a few slices of dill pickle and a slice or two of provolone.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, Dijon, and Parmesan. Spread evenly over sandwiches. Broil until cheese melts and mayo puffs slightly and browns in places, 1 to 2 minutes.

OPEN-FACED TUNA MELT SANDWICH



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To take a tuna melt from good to great, it has to have all the right components. In other words, plain mayo alone won't cut it. Here's how we do it: open-faced with crusty toasted bread, melty cheese, capers, cornichons, Dijon mustard, and plenty of seasoning. On a chilly fall day, nothing tastes better.

Provided by Thrive Market

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Thrive Market

Time 12m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (3 ounce) pouches white albacore tuna, drained
3 tablespoons Primal Kitchen™ Avocado Oil Mayonnaise, plus more for spreading
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion, or more to taste
2 teaspoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons chopped cornichons
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon fresh or dried thyme leaves
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 slices whole wheat or whole grain bread
6 thin slices tomato
3 large slices Gruyere, white Cheddar, or provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Set the oven to broil and move the rack to the highest position.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, red onion, capers, cornichons, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper and stir thoroughly until combined. Leave the tuna in slightly large chunks, if possible.
  • Arrange bread on a baking sheet and spread mayonnaise on each slice. Divide tuna salad evenly among slices, then top each with 2 slices of tomato and 1 slice of cheese.
  • Broil tuna melts until cheese is golden brown and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 723.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

OPEN-FACED TUNA MELTS



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Casting about for a way to get your family to eat more fish? These simple open-faced sandwiches are rich in healthy omega-3 oils and flavor! "I've enjoyed this recipe for 20 years and usually serve it for Sunday lunch." Alice Strapp-Meister - New Ross, NS

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped celery
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
2 hamburger buns, split and toasted
4 slices tomato
2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in tuna. Spread over each bun half; top with a tomato slice. Sprinkle with cheese. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 833mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

TUNA BURGERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: tuna, olive oil, panko bread crumbs, dried parsley, fresh chives, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, large egg, whole wheat burger bun

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 oz tuna, canned, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for cooking
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 large egg, beaten
whole wheat burger bun, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the tuna, olive oil, panko, parsley, chives, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and egg in a large bowl until evenly mixed.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 portions and form patties with your hands.
  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place the patties in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Serve on whole wheat buns with your preferred toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 1 gram

TUNA BURGERS



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Life can't be about all beef. "Where's The Beef?" questions are fewer nowadays due to an influx of health concerns, as well as those that are watching their weight. The Longmeadow Farm is following suit and will openly and warmly embrace these new "burgers" to grace our "Saturday Lunch at the Farm" crowd. I wanted to produce a light(ish) tuna burger that made Dennis, Jerry, Uncle Dick, and my Dad feel as light as a Spring beetle floating around on a wind current after lunch. This recipe did it. Everyone was full, but not so full they wanted to clamber off to the backyard hammock, and pull their hat over their face. This gave them enough energy to have their giddy-up for all the many maelstroms that would undoubtedly follow them around for the afternoon. Go ahead, try them "Maryland" style with the use of our beloved "Old Bay Seasoning" and get ready to work hard this afternoon. Can be easily doubled for a big crowd.

Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water
3 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs (or canned)
1 tablespoon pickle relish
3 tablespoons Egg Beaters egg substitute or 1 egg
1 teaspoon pimiento (optional)
1 green onion (chopped)
1 small celery (chopped)
1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (or I use extra Old Bay!) (optional)
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 small green pepper, chopped (optional)
4 -5 slices cheddar cheese (thin slice, optional) (optional) or 4 -5 slices soy cheese (thin slice) (optional)
hamburger bun

Steps:

  • Open and drain canned tuna.
  • Mix together rest of ingredients except tuna, cheese and rolls.
  • When mixing ingredients, I add one ingredient at a time, and gently but throughly mix all ingredients.
  • Add tuna and gently fold together, and make firm patties.
  • Heat skillet, that is sprayed with cooking spray or use 1 teaspoon of oil on bottom of pan.
  • When heated on medium high heat, add each patty browning on each side for 5 minutes each.
  • Add a piece of cheese on top to melt slightly.
  • Open hamburger buns, and place in oven @350 degrees until toasted, (about 3/4 minutes).
  • Put on buns and serve with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 283.8, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.7, Protein 11.4

TASTY TUNA BURGERS



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These tuna burgers are so delicious. My husband is a very fussy eater, and he loves these. Enjoy!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 egg
½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
⅓ cup minced onion
¼ cup minced celery
¼ cup minced red bell pepper
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili sauce
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
4 hamburger buns
1 tomato, sliced
4 leaves of lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, egg, bread crumbs, onion, celery, red bell pepper, mayonnaise, hot chili sauce, chili sauce, dill, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well. Shape into 4 patties (mixture will be very soft and delicate). Refrigerate for 30 minutes to make the patties easier to handle, if desired.
  • Coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray; fry tuna patties for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through. These are fragile, so be careful when turning them.
  • Serve on buns with tomato slices and lettuce leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 779 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

OPEN FACE TUNA MELT SANDWICH



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These have become a quick dinner staple. They are sooo good, and comes together in minutes. You can change the type of cheese, but I've found that something with a stronger flavor that melts well, is best. The type of bread I use is called Saloio and is similar to Ciabbata (Saloio is a portuguese bread readily available at our supermarket bakery).

Provided by C. Taylor

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 slices

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices saloio bread, cut about 3/4 inch thick and toasted lightly
3 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water (drained well)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (can use light, adjust amount as needed)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
salt and pepper
2 tomatoes, sliced
8 slices piquante provolone cheese (or swiss)

Steps:

  • Mix the tuna, mayo, onion, lemon juice, old bay seasoning, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Place enough tuna on a toasted slice of bread and spread to cover slice.
  • Top with slice of tomato (or 2 if the tomato slice is small) and then top with a slice of cheese. Place sandwich slices on a cookie sheet.
  • Placing rack not too close to the broiler (about the second one down), broil sandwiches until the cheese is golden brown.

OPEN-FACED TUNA SANDWICH



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Create this simple sandwich using pole-caught tuna. The Mediterranean take enhances the real tuna flavor without using mayo.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Yield Makes 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (6 ounces) American tuna
1 tablespoon salt-packed capers (rinsed and finely chopped)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Pepper
2 slices crusty bread
6 basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, capers, red onion, basil, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Season with pepper. Spoon mixture onto 2 slices crusty bread, and top each with 3 basil leaves.

TUNA BURGERS



Tuna Burgers image

If you have access to local albacore, it's wonderful in these tuna burgers.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds bigeye or albacore tuna
1/4 cup minced scallions
1 heaping tablespoon finely grated peeled ginger
2 teaspoons finely grated garlic
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons grapeseed or canola oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cut fish into 1" cubes. Place in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and transfer to freezer. Chill protein until very cold (it should feel firm but still give when pressed with your finger), about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, place all grinding parts (the stand mixer's grinding attachment, including the dies, or the bowl and blade of the food processor) in the freezer until very cold, at least 15 minutes. Assemble grinder attachment with chilled coarse die. Set a bowl in a large bowl of ice; arrange beneath the attachment to catch ground tuna and keep it cold.
  • Combine tuna, scallions, ginger, and garlic in a large bowl. Grind mixture in batches, with mixer on medium speed, and plunge gently to press through grinder. Add mayonnaise, grapeseed or canola oil, and toasted sesame oil to ground tuna mixture. Mix gently just to combine.
  • Form into four 1/2"-thick patties. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Grill or pan-fry burgers over medium heat until just cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality tuna. Opt for solid white tuna packed in water or oil. Avoid tuna packed in brine, as it can be too salty.
  • Don't overmix the tuna mixture. Overmixing can make the burgers tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Form the burgers gently. Handle the tuna mixture gently to avoid breaking it up. Use a burger press or your hands to form the burgers.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat. Cooking over high heat can make the burgers dry and tough. Cook them over medium heat until they are cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Serve the burgers immediately. Tuna burgers are best served immediately after cooking. They can be served on buns with your favorite toppings, or on a bed of greens with a drizzle of dressing.

Conclusion:

Open-face tuna burgers are a delicious and easy way to enjoy tuna. They are perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. With a variety of toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a tuna burger that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give open-face tuna burgers a try.

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