High Protein - Low Carb Tuna Fritters
3 People
331 Cals
High Protein - Low Carb Tuna Fritters
3 People
331 Cals
About the recipe
My low carb, high protein Greek-style tuna fritters are a true classic — first developed over 20 years ago for my 80/20 Diet Cookbook and lovingly refined with extra Mediterranean flavour. Light yet satisfying, they’re gluten-free, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and designed to support lean muscle, heart health, and stable blood sugar levels.Made with pantry staples like tuna, eggs, almond meal, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and feta, these fritters deliver everything we love about the Mediterranean diet: simple ingredients, bold flavour, and nourishing fats. Served with a cooling homemade tzatziki, they’re perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner and taste just as good hot or cold.One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility — cook the fritters in a pan, bake them in the oven, or turn the mixture into protein-rich savoury muffins for easy meal prep. They store beautifully in the fridge, making them ideal for busy weeks, lunchboxes, or light entertaining.
Nutrition Per Serving
331
Calories
11g
Fat
3g
Saturates
5g
Sugars
579mg
Salt
44g
Protein
8g
Carbs
1g
Fibre
Ingredients
FRITTERS
- 400 g tuna drained
- 1/2 Red onion diced
- 30 g feta crumbled
- 1 tbsp capers
- 3 tbsp almond meal
- 2 tsp tapioca starch
- 3-4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 2 spring onion sliced
- Zest of 1 lemon
TZATZKI
- 250 g Greek yoghurt
- 1 small cucumber grated & squeezed
- 1/2 lemon juice
EMBELLISHMENTS
- iceberg lettuce lemon, avocado
Method
- COMBINE the tuna, red onion, spring onion, eggs, capers, feta, almond meal, tapioca, parsley, oregano and lemon zest in a mixing bowl.
- ADD another egg if needed and for the fritters to hold together.
- FRY spoonfuls of mixture olive oil, in a non-stick pan for 3 minutes each side until set and golden. Don't overcrowd the pan and take your time.
- MAKE the tzatziki by combining the grated cucumber, yoghurt and lemon juice.
- SERVE the fritters with the yoghurt dip and your choice of embellishments.
- STORE in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes + Inspiration:
Bake in a muffin tray, air fry or pan-fry — all will work beautifully.
Delicious straight away and even better the next day.
Meal-prep friendly: Keeps well for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Veggie boost: Stir through grated zucchini or spinach (squeeze dry).
Serve with: Big leafy salad, tomatoes & cucumber, or roasted veg.
Delicious straight away and even better the next day.
Meal-prep friendly: Keeps well for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Veggie boost: Stir through grated zucchini or spinach (squeeze dry).
Serve with: Big leafy salad, tomatoes & cucumber, or roasted veg.
