Description
Mediterranean salmon patties bring coastal flavors to your dinner table with a delightful fusion of herbs, spices, and fresh ingredients. Crisp golden edges and tender salmon make these patties a perfect weeknight meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) salmon fillets (or canned salmon, drained), cooked and flaked
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Citrus and Seasoning:
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cooking Fat:
- Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Gently blend flaked salmon with breadcrumbs, eggs, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, briny capers, fresh parsley, fragrant dill, bright lemon zest, tangy lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Fold ingredients carefully to ensure even distribution without overworking the mixture.
- Craft uniform patties using approximately 1/4 cup of mixture, pressing gently to maintain cohesion.
- Refrigerate assembled patties for 15 minutes to enhance structural integrity and prevent crumbling during cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (around 350°F) until shimmering but not smoking.
- Carefully place patties into heated skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust for 3-4 minutes.
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F for food safety and optimal texture.
- Remove patties and let rest on absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Present immediately alongside creamy tzatziki or a crisp, herbaceous green salad for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Chill patties before cooking to help them hold together and prevent crumbling during frying.
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture, but canned salmon works well as a budget-friendly alternative.
- Adjust breadcrumb amount if mixture seems too wet or dry to ensure perfect patty consistency.
- Gluten-free option: Replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond meal for a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg