Hawaiian Tuna Burgers [gluten-free + paleo] • Healthy Helper

Looking to elevate your next burger night with a healthy, tropical twist? These Hawaiian Tuna Burgers are not only packed with flavor but are also high in protein and gluten-free. Combining white albacore, crushed pineapple, and a kick of spices, this recipe is perfect for a quick, nutritious meal that transports your taste buds straight to the islands.

How to Make Hawaiian Tuna Burgers:

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe for Hawaiian Tuna Burgers:

• Healthy & High-Protein: Packed with lean tuna and made with almond flour, these burgers are an excellent source of protein and healthy fats.
• Gluten-Free: By using almond meal instead of traditional breadcrumbs, these patties are gluten-free and paleo-friendly.
• Tropical Twist: The addition of crushed pineapple and cilantro adds a bright, refreshing burst of flavor that pairs perfectly with the savory tuna.
• Easy & Quick: With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a delicious, restaurant-quality meal in under 40 minutes!

These Hawaiian Tuna Burgers are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meal-prep option you can make ahead for the week. Pair them with a light salad or serve them on a gluten-free bun for a complete, balanced meal.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Tuna: Rich in lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals, tuna is an excellent choice for a heart-healthy diet.
• Almond Flour: A great gluten-free alternative to breadcrumbs, almond flour provides healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
• Pineapple: High in vitamin C and antioxidants, pineapple adds a refreshing sweetness while aiding digestion.

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123 responses to “Hawaiian Tuna Burgers [gluten-free + paleo]”

1. I love seafood! I’ve had salmon burgers before, but tuna burgers sound pretty fantastic, too 🙂 Love the summery flavors!

   • I love salmon burgers too! Pretty much any seafood in burger form I love! LOL

   • We made these tonight, mine fell apart. I don’t know what the trick is but they literally fell apart and are like soupy. Keep cooking them to try and get them to firm up but it is a no go. I spent a lot of money to make these and they are going in the garbage. I hope others have good luck with theirs.

     
     

   • Just made these tonight and Loved them! Thought they were going to be too wet but they crisped up perfectly. Thanks so much for the new fave!!

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2. YUM! These look so YUMMY!

   
   

3. These look great Kaila. I’m sending you all the heat and humidity from NZ right now…you are welcome!

   
   

4. I used to really not like seafood, but I do now, and these look really good! :))

   
   

5. I love tuna but never tried making burgers with it. They look lovely

   
   

6. These look amazing! I think I might have to change up my meal-prep for this week and make these gems! 😀

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7. I could eat crickets, as long as there was pineapple on ’em. But I’ll take these tuna burgers instead. Love this creative and fun recipe! Looks so tasty and juicy!!

   
   

8. Love the sound of these tuna & pineapple burgers – I’m going to give these a whirl. Might work moulding into balls – like meatballs – and serve on spaghetti. My children are meatball mad and not keen on burgers – so I often like to try new flavours ?

   
   

9. These look like my kind of burger!! I’m definitely making these for an easy and yummy dinner this week. 🙂 Gorgeous photos, Kaila!! <3

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10. Girl yes. Bumble Bee Tuna kicks ASS!

    
    

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12. These look fabulous, I can’t wait to try them! Pinned 🙂 Have a Great Week!

    
    

13. Those sound delicious. I bet the tuna and pineapple is a great combination.

    
    

14. I would have never thought to put tuna in a burger. Genius 🙂 Thanks for linking to #CookBlogShare

    
    

15. They look incredible x

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16. Yum! I adore Hawaiian flavors and tuna, so I’m sure these are wonderful!

    
    

17. These look amazing! Pinned and sharing! Heading over to your facebook page to give it a new “like”! 🙂 Pinning and sharing this recipe!

    
    

18. Be healthier is number one on my list ! I’ve been experimenting a lot with salads but this recipe looks delicious , I’m so trying this lol

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19. Tuna Burgers sound amazing, I’ve never even heard of them before. I’ve pinned this to come back to later! #TastyTuesdays

    
    

20. Wow this Tuna Burgers looks amazing! I cannot wait for your next cookbook!!

    
    

21. I used to make tuna burgers all the time, and these might be my inspiration to get back to doing that!

    
    

22. These look so great! Great recipe idea!

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23. Coming over from the Handmade Hangout linkup and I am so glad I did! Totally pinning, have a great week! xo

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24. These look sooo good. And I just bought some cans of tuna today, so these tuna burgers must be meant to be made by me! Can’t wait to try these!
    –G

    
    

25. You know I love anything Hawaii themed! It is great that this is with canned tuna too.

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26. Hi Kaila,
    This recipe sounds quite tasty and I am going to try it the next time I make tuna cakes. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & tweeted!

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27. I can’t wait to try your Tuna Burger, it looks awesome! Hope you have a very special Valentine Day and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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28. These sounds amazing! I will have to give them a try!

    
    

29. I have always got some canned tuna on hand and these burgers look so delicious! Please do whisk me away to the tropics and give me this on a plate with a fruity cocktail and a little umbrella – ALL about it!

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30. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday. Love seafood, and these burgers look delish!

    
    

31. This looks delicious! Thank you for sharing this with us at #SaucySaturdays. Hope you join us again this week 🙂

    
    

32. Hey Kaila – I appreciate you sharing this on Healthy Vegan Fridays, but it’s most definitely not vegan 🙁 I had to take it down. I know you are always so good about carefully posting your vegan recipes and am thinking this was an oversight.
    Thanks for your continued recipe sharing. Have a great weekend!

    
    

33. Oooh these sound so good and a healthier alternative to beef burgers. Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare x

    
    

34. These look absolutely delicious. I love tuna, and always choose Bumblebee. But I’ve never thought to make them like this, similar to a crab cake. I bet they taste extra delicious on the grill, saving this recipe to try as soon as we can fire up the charcoal.

    
    

35. Nice, Kaila. I’m loving all the healthy ingredients.

    
    

36. Thanks for linking up at the #bloggersspotlight

37. Love all of those ingredients, especially the pineapple. Yum! Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Savoring Saturdays linky party.

    
    

38. These look so amazing! Thanks so much for linking your recipe up with us at Share The Wealth Sunday! I’ve chosen this post to feature at our next party as well as on my FB page! xoxo

    
    

39. hey! any idea why they stick to the parchment paper before the flip? any trick to make them come off easier? thanks so much!

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    • Not sure! They didn’t stick to mind! Could be the brand you used or potentially that you didn’t squeeze out enough liquid from them when forming them! Sorry about that. 🙁

40. I started eating “clean” about a month ago… This is by far our families FAV recipe! We made it for dinner last night and my children cleaned their plates.. My 4 year old said “Mommmmyyyy make more chicken!!” lol and my oldest son snuck in the kitchen and ate the last burger.. Mommy and Kid Approved!

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43. I am very interested in making these, but how do you suggest they be served? On a bun like a “traditional” burger, with some sort of condiment, or what about sides that would pair well? Thanks so much!

    • You could definitely serve them on a bun, on a salad, or on their own! They go great with avocado! Serve them with some homemade sweet potato fries and roasted veggies! 🙂

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55. They were a hit! I’ll be making them again

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59. SO looking forward to making these! Do you suggest anything for a “drizzle” or aioli? Trying to stay away from carbs, so no bun for me! Debating whether to use lettuce as a bun or over a salad.

    
    

60. Amazingly delicious and mouth-watering!! Looks really very delicious!!

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62. gluten-free, paleo-friendly and all-around delicious! I love your recipe, thanks for sharing.

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64. Can I substitute the almond flour?

    
    

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66. They look delicious! What would you pair them with? I don´t think mayo or ketchup would work…..So what sauces would you recommend? And for fries – zucchini fries?

    
    

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69. This sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party. I hope to see you again at tomorrow’s party.

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