Best 6 Sweet Potato Tuna Balls Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Southern-style Sweet Potato Tuna Balls, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized morsels, crafted with a combination of tuna, sweet potatoes, and an array of aromatic spices, embody the essence of comfort food. Dipped in a tangy tartar sauce, they become an irresistible appetizer or a delectable main course when paired with a crisp salad.

The Sweet Potato Tuna Balls recipe presented here offers a classic rendition of this beloved dish, capturing the authentic Southern flavors. With step-by-step instructions and a list of readily available ingredients, this recipe empowers home cooks of all skill levels to recreate this culinary gem in their own kitchens.

But that's not all! This article also unveils a collection of creative variations on the classic Sweet Potato Tuna Balls recipe. From the zesty kick of Jalapeño Tuna Balls to the cheesy indulgence of Cheddar Tuna Balls, these variations cater to diverse palates and preferences.

Whether you're a seasoned cook seeking inspiration or a novice eager to explore new culinary horizons, this comprehensive guide to Sweet Potato Tuna Balls will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to prepare this delectable dish in its various forms. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED TUNA MEATBALLS



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Baked tuna meatballs are a healthy, seafood spin on meatballs! They're paleo, low-carb and keto-friendly as well. Watch the video above to see how I make them!

Provided by Lisa Bryan

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion (finely diced)
2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 5-ounce cans tuna (or one pound cooked tuna)
1/4 cup almond flour
2 beaten eggs
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (chopped)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan on medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and saute for a minute. Then add the chopped baby spinach and saute for another 1-2 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
  • Transfer the onion spinach mixture to a bowl and let it cool. You can place the bowl in the fridge to speed this up.
  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit.
  • Drain the cans of tuna and add the tuna to a mixing bowl along with the cooled vegetables, almond flour, eggs, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, dill, salt and pepper.
  • Use your hands to dig in and mix everything together, breaking up any large chunks of tuna. The finer the mixture, the easier it will stick together.
  • Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop out evenly sized amounts of mixture. Use your fingers to mold this into a ball, then place it on a parchment lined baking tray.
  • Bake the tuna meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 meatballs, Calories 243 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 443 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

HEALTHY TUNA GRAIN BOWL WITH TURMERIC SWEET POTATOES AND SPICY YOGURT DRESSING



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This healthy grain bowl is loaded with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, thanks to the tangy, spicy yogurt sauce and turmeric-roasted sweet potatoes. Plus, you can easily make this dish from pantry staples and long-lasting freezer items. Serve with an extra squeeze of lime juice for a nutrient-packed and sustaining meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups frozen cooked brown rice (about 24 ounces)
1/4 head red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 small carrots, trimmed and peeled into paper-thin ribbons
2 large limes, halved, 1 half cut into wedges for serving
3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons chili paste, such as sambal oelek
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
Two 5-ounce cans albacore tuna packed in water, drained
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Toasted sesame seeds, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Toss the sweet potatoes, 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of the turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper on the prepared baking sheet until evenly coated. Roast until tender and lightly browned, tossing halfway through, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the frozen brown rice according to package directions; keep warm. Toss the sliced cabbage, carrot ribbons, the juice from 1 lime half, a pinch of salt and a couple grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until well dressed and combined.
  • Squeeze the juice from the remaining 2 lime halves into a small bowl. Stir in the yogurt, fish sauce, chili paste, honey, the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon ginger and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, a pinch of salt and several grinds of black pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the warm rice among 4 shallow bowls (about 3/4 cup per bowl). Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, cabbage-carrot slaw, tuna (about 1/4 cup per bowl), edamame and sliced scallions. Drizzle with the spicy yogurt dressing, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve with the reserved lime wedges for squeezing.

SWEET POTATO & TUNA BALLS



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A very easy appetizer to serve at parties and gatherings. Served with sour cream they are terrific. The yield will depend on the size of the balls you make.

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

400 g sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
425 g tuna in brine, drained
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/4 cup coriander, chopped
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
2 spring onions, finely chopped
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup corn flake crumbs, crushed
light sour cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 180ºC. Cook the sweet potato in a saucepan of boiling water for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash.
  • Combine potato with the tuna, breadcrumbs, coriander, sweet chilli sauce, spring onions, egg, cumin and ginger and mix ingredients toghether well.
  • Form mixture into small balls and coat in cornflake crumbs.
  • Place onto a lined oven tray and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden and just crisp.
  • Thread 2 or 3 hot balls onto skewers and serve with the sour cream as a dipping sauce.

BLISTERED SWEET POTATOES WITH HERBY TUNA



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Fill sweet potatoes with a tasty tuna mixture flavoured with pesto, parsley and dill for an easy midweek meal. It delivers 3 of your 5-a-day and is gluten free

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large sweet potatoes
½ tbsp olive oil
150g tuna in olive oil, drained
2 tbsp pesto
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
1 lemon , juiced and ½ zested
½ small bunch parsley , finely chopped
½ small bunch dill , finely chopped, plus extra to serve
1 large roasted red pepper , finely sliced
¼ cucumber , deseeded and cubed
60g feta , crumbled
peppery salad , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to high. Prick the potatoes with a fork, then microwave on high for 10 mins. Rub with the olive oil and season with salt. Transfer to a baking sheet and grill for 5 mins or until the skin is crisp and blistered.
  • Tip the tuna into a mixing bowl and combine with the pesto, yogurt, lemon zest, most of the herbs and the roasted pepper, then gently stir in the cucumber, remaining herbs, feta and lemon juice. Season.
  • Split the sweet potatoes open and fill with the tuna mixture, top with extra dill and serve with salad, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

TUNA SWEET POTATO JACKETS



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If your standby supper is baked potatoes with tuna, switch to sweet potatoes and a fresh, spicy topping. It's budget-friendly and low fat too

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small sweet potatoes (about 200g each)
185g can tuna in spring water, drained
½ red onion , finely sliced
1 small red chilli , deseeded and chopped
juice 1 lime
6 tbsp Greek yogurt
handful coriander leaves

Steps:

  • Scrub the sweet potatoes and prick all over with a fork. Place on a microwaveable plate and cook on High for 18-20 mins, or until tender. Split in half and place each one, cut-side up, on a serving plate.
  • Flake the drained tuna with a fork and divide between the sweet potatoes. Top with the red onion and chilli, then squeeze over the lime juice. Top with a dollop of yogurt and scatter over the coriander, to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 44 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.32 milligram of sodium

BAKED TUNA BALLS



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These tuna balls are very tasty, they can be made into 10-12 larger balls, or 30-40 smaller cocktail size balls (served with a cocktail picks). If you are one of those people (like myself) that just have to add garlic to everything, no matter what it is, then fresh minced garlic in any amount may be added to these if desired. This recipe can easily be doubled, I usually do if I am making, them into larger balls, for a snack or a main meal.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 egg
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumbs (enough to hold the balls together) or 1/4 cup soft breadcrumbs (enough to hold the balls together)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (Hellman's is best)
2 -3 tablespoons chopped onions or 2 -3 tablespoons green onions, if desired
2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 -2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 -3 tablespoons chopped almonds
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning, to taste
1/2 cup crushed corn flakes (for coating)
3 tablespoons melted butter
seasoning salt (I use seasoning salt for this) or regular white salt, to taste (I use seasoning salt for this)
black pepper, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Prepare a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan, or any size to fit the tuna balls.
  • In a bowl, combine the tuna, egg, breadcrumbs, mayo, onion, parsley, almonds, mustard, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and fresh garlic, or garlic powder (if using), do NOT add the crushed Corn Flakes cereal; combine well.
  • Shape into 40 balls (for cocktail size) or larger balls, any size you desire.
  • Roll completely and evenly in the crushed Corn Flakes cereal to coat well.
  • Dip the coated balls completely in melted butter.
  • Place on a baking sheet/pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes (for the cocktail size), and 20-25 minutes (depending on how large you make the balls) for the larger size, DON'T OVERBAKE, these do not take long to to get done.

Tips:

  • To ensure the tuna balls stay intact during cooking, make sure the sweet potato mixture is well-mashed and combined with the tuna and other ingredients. The mixture should be cohesive and hold its shape when formed into balls.
  • If the mixture seems too wet, add more breadcrumbs until it reaches a workable consistency. Conversely, if it's too dry, add a touch more milk or egg.
  • Gently handle the tuna balls when forming them to prevent them from breaking apart. Use a light touch and avoid overworking the mixture.
  • For a crispy exterior, coat the tuna balls in breadcrumbs before pan-frying. This will help create a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the tuna balls hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tartar sauce, ketchup, and mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato tuna balls are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adjusting the seasonings and ingredients. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and vegetables to create your own unique tuna ball recipe. Whether you serve them with a dipping sauce or on their own, these tasty treats are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

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