Healthy Tuna Rice Balls
Healthy Tuna Rice Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that perfectly blend tender tuna with seasoned sushi rice, fresh green onions, and a zesty hint of lemon. These rice balls offer a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining soft and flavorful on the inside. Ideal for meal prep, picnics, or quick lunches, you can whip them up in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked sushi rice
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna in water, drained
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Cook sushi rice according to package instructions and allow it to cool completely.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, green onions, sesame oil, lemon juice, and sea salt; mix well.
- Form the Balls: Wet your hands to prevent sticking. Grab a handful of rice, place about a tablespoon of the tuna mixture in the center, and mold the rice around it into a ball shape.
- Pan-fry (Optional): Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry each rice ball until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Serve: Transfer Healthy Tuna Rice Balls onto a platter and serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice ball (40g)
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg