These air fryer tuna melt patties make for a perfect lunch or quick dinner option, especially on busy weeknights when you don’t have much time to cook. They’re also great for meal prep on a keto diet as they can be stored in the fridge for a few days and reheated back in the air fryer.

I love how the air fryer gives these little tuna nuggets the most amazing crispy crust! You would almost think they were breaded and fried. Nope. Just some air fryer magic going on here. Eat these low carb tuna melts alone or dip them in your favorite sauce. I like Ranch dressing!

Ingredients

1 (7oz) can tuna in water (drained)
1 heaping cup shredded cheddar
1 large egg
Optional seasoning (NO salt needed)

Step 1 Mix all of the ingredients together until well combined. You can optionally add in some seasoning such as black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne. I’d avoid salt because the tuna is already loaded with it.

Step 2 Form the tuna mixture into small, tightly packed patties and place them onto the bottom of your air fryer.

Step 3Air fry at 390°F for 12-16 minutes, flipping them over half way through. After making these a few times, I’ve discovered that they are more done than they look! They continue to crisp up as they cool down.

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Air Fryer Low Carb Tuna Melts

This quick and easy air fryer recipe is made with just 3 low carb ingredients and makes for the best quick lunch or even simple dinner for busy weeknights.

Course: Main Course, Snack

Keyword: 3 ingredients, air fryer, cheddar, keto, low carb, tuna

Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

1 (7oz) can tuna packed in water (well drained)
1 heaping cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg
optional seasoning (but NO salt needed)

Instructions

In a medium size bowl, mix together the drained tuna, cheese and egg until well combined. You can optionally add in some seasoning such as black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne. I’d avoid salt because the tuna is already loaded with it.
Form the tuna mixture into small, tightly packed patties and place them onto the bottom of your air fryer. I made mine about 2 inches wide.
Air fry at 390°F for 12-16 minutes, flipping them over half way through. After making these a few times, I’ve discovered that they are more done than they look! They continue to crisp up as they cool down.
Allow them to cool for a few minutes and then enjoy alone or with your favorite dipping sauce. I think they're yummy with Ranch dressing!