TUNA PATTIES WITH DILL SAUCE

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These tender golden tuna patties, draped with a creamy dill sauce, have a wonderful blend of flavors. Parsnips are the "secret ingredient". They replace part of the traditional bread crumbs...and add moisture, fiber and extra nutrition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 large parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs (about 1 slice)
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
2 teaspoons olive oil
DILL SAUCE:
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

Place parsnips in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Drain well. , Place parsnips in a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. In a bowl, combine 1 cup pureed parsnips, egg whites, bread crumbs, onions, parsley, lemon juice and zest, dill and pepper. Add tuna and mix well. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties (patties will be soft). , In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-6 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl; serve with tuna patties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges