Red Pesto, Sweet Potato and Tuna Burgers | Slimming World
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AuthorSlimming Eats
Yield3servings
This recipe is gluten free, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendly
Extra Easy - 2 syns per serving (2 burgers)
WW Smart Points - 2 syns per serving (2 burgers)
Ingredients
400g (14oz) of raw sweet potato
350g (12.5oz) of tinned tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons of red pesto (6 syns)
1 small onion, finely chopped
half a red pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup (60ml) of sweetcorn
1/4 cup (60ml) of frozen peas
1 egg, beaten
cooking oil spray
Salt and Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and chop the sweet potato and place in a steamer above a saucepan of boiling water and steam until softened or alternately pierce the whole sweet potato (with skin) with a fork and place in the microwave for approx 6 mins till soft. set aside to cool
Spray a frying pan over a medium high heat with some cooking oil spray, add the onion and red pepper and fry until softened.
To a large bowl, add the cooked sweet potato (remove skin if you microwaved) and mash with a fork.
Add the tuna, onion, pepper and pesto and mix thoroughly to combine.
Mix in the beaten egg and then add the sweetcorn and frozen peas. Season with salt and black pepper.
Form into 6 equal sized burgers.
Preheat oven to 200c or 400f (gas mark 6)
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Carefully place the burgers onto the lined tray and spray over the top with cooking oil spray.
Place in the oven and bake until both sides are golden. Approx 30-35 mins. You will need to carefully flip them over half way through cooking time.
Garnish with parsley or coriander.
Serve and enjoy!!
Notes
Syns in red pesto can vary between different brands, so double check the syn value of the one you use.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size2 burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories317
% Daily Value
Total Fat7.2 g
11%
Saturated Fat2.1 g
11%
Cholesterol104 mg
35%
Sodium529 mg
22%
Total Carbohydrates35.7 g
12%
Dietary Fiber6 g
24%
Sugars8.9 g
Protein29.1 g
58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Recipe by Slimming Eats at https://www.slimmingeats.com/blog/red-pesto-sweet-potato-and-tuna-burgers