Elevated fishcakes with a zesty twist! Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes that are gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, & soy-free, without the oil and baked in the oven. With a secret nutty ingredient for a super flavor-packed & healthy recipe your family will love for dinner or lunch!
Fishcakes, but not just any fishcakes. Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes with a pretty awesome and unique ingredient. Chili Lime Almond CrrrunchBites! You know how much I love Mozaics popped chips; well they came out with a new fun snack that basically is a Mozaic chip wrapped around an almond. Whole roasted almonds wrapped in a crunchy rice cracker shell, is how they describe it. Sounds odd, sounds interesting, but let me tell you, they are DELICIOUS!
I was tasked with whipping them up into a fun recipe to get y'all thinking outside the box in terms of snacking. CrrrunchBites are great for an on the go, flavorful snack, but why not use them in a meal too? They come in Sea Salt, Ranch, BBQ, Chili Lime, and Honey Mustard and Nacho (both of these are not vegan). There are so many flavored almonds out there, but no company has ever made a flavored almond that becomes a snackable "chip" as well. I thought it was pretty innovative to have it "all in one".
Crushing them up and using them as some sort of filler sounded like a good option. Low and behold, we have Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes! A delectable combo of plain jane tuna fish, corn, green chilies, cilantro, spices, and those chili lime almonds! No breadcrumbs needed in these fishcakes! Totally gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, and no oil required for these! Basically a tuna patty, whipped up in the food processor and baked in the oven. They far beat my expectations!
Making a fishcake, even a fish burger, had always been on my list to cook up and I'm surprised it took me so long! So easy, especially if you use a canned fish that's already cooked and doesn't need chopping up. Fishcakes are a great way to get anyone to add in some more fish to their diet in a fun and flavorful way that's not "overly fishy". You could totally serve these as burgers, but we kept them as cakes, eaten with a fork. Easy to make-ahead and freeze too as a quick go-to option on a busy day!
So many textures, tender & flakey fish, tangy lime, zesty & spicy chili, protein-packed & satisfying, with the power of not only omega-3s, but the healthy fats from the almonds as well! Winner, winner fish dinner? I think so! The only problem you may have is trying NOT to eat all the CrrrunchBites before you get them in these tuna fishcakes! Try to tame yourself...they are addicting!
Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes
Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes (Gluten-Free)
Elevated fishcakes with a zesty twist! Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes that are gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, & soy-free, without the oil and baked in the oven. With a secret nutty ingredient for a super flavor-packed & healthy recipe your family will love for dinner or lunch!
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 5 1x
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 (3.75 oz) Bag (about 1 cup) Chili Lime CrrrunchBites Almonds (crushed)
- 1 Cup Plain Solid Canned Tuna in Water (drained)
- 1 Cup Corn (canned, no salt-added)
- ½ Cup Diced Green Chiles
- ½ Lime (juiced & zested)
- 2 TB Chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 2 Tsp Ener-G Egg Replacer (optional, holds better with)
- ½ Tsp Minced Garlic
- ½ Tsp Onion Powder
- ¼ to ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large food processor, combine all fishcake ingredients and pulse until combined (not smooth, there should be texture to the cake mixture).
- Form about 5 (⅓ cup each) patties and place them on a Silpat or parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, remove and let cool to set before serving or freezing in wax paper for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
And lucky you, you have a chance to win an assortment of CrrunchBites to try for yourself! And as always you can use the code STRSUN25 for 25% off any order you make on Deliciousness.com (from Crrrunchbites, to Mozaics!)
So tell me:
+ What CrrrunchBite flavor are you pumped to try? The ranch are awesome (and totally vegan!)
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Mel
I love fishcakes but I rarely make them because of the smell when cooking them 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha! These only smelled delicious!
Janice Mac Neal
I've never, ever bothered making fishcakes before. THIS recipe sounds so awesome, that I am going to try it! Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Glad to hear it!
Alissa Apel
BBQ sounds wonderful! These look so good!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Confessions of a New Mummy
These look and sound yummy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Karyl Henry
I make a tuna cake quite regularly, but never thought to add corn or chiles to it! And I've definitely never added almonds either...what great twists. I'll have to give your recipe a try
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'm sure you'll enjoy the chili lime!
Rachel
My kids would LOVE BBQ
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
BBQ is ALWAYS a crowd favorite, right 😉
Tabitha Bakare
My children love tuna cakes. I will have to give this recipe a try sometime. It sounds and looks yummy!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They will love these flavor packed ones!
Stephanie G
I would love to try the Nacho flavor
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great choice!
Jennifer
They look delicious, definitely on my to try list!
Thank you!
Jennifer
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Glad to hear it!
Richa Gupta
Wow this looks incredible, would like to give it a try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Go for it!
Lauren Taylor
This looks so full of flavor!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Sure is!
Caroline
I love the combination of Chili, lime and tuna! These look so quick and easy - love the fact they can be frozen too.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yea! I love making any type of patty, so easy to freeze for later!
Linda
What a creative recipe! I'd love to try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Then I hope you go for it!
Alicia Pope
Looks great!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks.
Barrie Mooney
I love the chili-lime flavor in here!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect way to zest up some tuna!
Tim
I am most interested in the bbq variety, but the nacho and ranch are both a close second.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Can't go wrong with any!
Sarah
Such an innovative idea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
Kelsey
This looks so good! I think I might even be able to convince my 3-year-old to try it. 😊
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I think so! If they like some flavor 😉
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
Haven't seen these Crunchbites in the store, but I will look for them! I am dying to try the Chili Lime flavor, and I love how you deployed them!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are such a fun snack and even more fun to "cook" with 😉
Jacqueline Escolme
Looks fabulous. I'm a huge fishcake fan so always love a new twist 🙂 Thanks
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect! Great to have flavor options!
Kait
Sounds so delicious! I will have to make it one time 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you! I hope you do 🙂
Brandi Michel
This is a perfect pantry meal! I've always wanted to make a tuna fish cake. Now this is my inspiration!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are so easy to throw together!
Sheila
This is awesome. Something delicious and easy to make. This is a life saver for busy moms. Thank you for sharing about this.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! A great healthy meal to prep!
Jersey Girl Cooks
The flavors in this recipe are fantastic!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I thought so!
Lee
What a great recipe and twist on the Crab Cake.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Now, actually fishcakes are a thing. Very big in UK/Europe too.
Natasha Mairs
My boys love tuna and I bet they would love these!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They sure will!
Holly Frisch
Looks delicious! Can't wait to make this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks! I know you'll enjoy!
Robbi
Mmm...they look amazing! I am always looking for new gluten free recipes, thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome, enjoy!
Casey the College Celiac
I'd love to try Nacho or Sea Salt! And I'm a sucker for a good fishcake...these look fab!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I'll be making them more often!
Felicia @ The Starving Chef
These were delicious! Love this recipe
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, Felicia!
Denise Riehle
Always looking for single serving options, this sounds great. Thanks for the great idea.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This isn't a single serve recipe, but you can always freeze them.
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
Sounds like it has lots of flavor!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A little spice and a whole lot of zest!
Marya
What an excellent pantry staple and it's low carb too!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Great to have an easy option on hand!
Falak
That looks delicious. Can't wait to try this recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you! Enjoy!
Tanvi Rastogi
Your pictures are always so crisp and makes everything you cook come alive. They do look very appetizing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you so much!
Jennifer
These look so delicious and filling too! Thanks for sharing the recipe and that it is GF>
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They are easy and satisfying!
Rhonda
I am a sucker for a good crab or tuna cake. I love it!!! This looks amazing. Will have to give this recipe a try.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
They make for a great light but satisfying meal!
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy
Yummy!! I've never been brave enough to try making fish cakes at home, but now maybe I will. 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Super easy (when you use canned fish!) haha!
Katie
Yum! These look so good! I made some fishcakes a few years ago and loved them. I lost that recipe so I haven't made them since so I'll have to try yours now!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well problem solved!
Amanda Sharp
These look great! Great photography!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you!
Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome
This recipe looks so tasty, I need to make it for dinner
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I think you do 😉
Erika Lancaster
These look absolutely delicious, healthy and easy to make! Will pin this so I can make it later. 🙂 Thank you for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you! I hope you enjoy!
Kiersten
It sounds delicious! I'll totally have to try it sometime. My family is a big seafood eating family. I like that it's gluten-free too. My cousin can't have gluten so I'll make this when she comes and visits in may.
Kiersten @ Kiersten Figures Out Life
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
These are great for an easy meal to feed the family with!
Neely Moldovan
I feel like my husband would love this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
My brother loved them so I know they're man approved 😉 Haha!
Megan
Love the addition of the pop chips! Flavor and texture!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
These are not pop chips, but thanks.
Sara
Oh my gosh! That sounds so awesome! Chili Lime anything grabs my attention! And using canned tuna is super frugal which is right up my alley! Such a great idea!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Such an easy meal with awesome flavors, right? 🙂
Deborah Hunter Kells
With the lime - that makes a great tang in a patty. Certainly one worth trying. Thanks and great pics too! Feel hungry 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
So much flavor here! Thanks!