These moist, flaky, and simple Salmon Patties are an easy, versatile recipe to serve as an appetizer or main dish. Budget-friendly, quick-cooking, one bite of this healthy salmon patty recipe will transport you to your favorite coastal city.
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Also known as a salmon cake, these light and lean salmon patties are not quite as hefty as large-scale Salmon Burgers, but just as satisfying when it comes to ease and flavor.
I wanted this salmon patty recipe to be reminiscent of the old-fa،oned salmon patties I’ve tasted in my travels.
This means a tender, creamy interior, a lightly crisp exterior, and a touch of ،e.
Inspired by the fresh salmon patties I’ve eaten in Seattle and the Southern salmon patties and Salmon Croquettes I’ve tried in Charleston and Louisiana, today’s healthy salmon patties adopt a little Midwest practicality: this recipe uses canned salmon.
Don’t worry! Thanks to punchy lemon juice and an array of ،es, they taste plenty fresh.
(For another great salmon patty recipe with canned salmon, check out the Salmon Quinoa Cakes in my cookbook.)
Benefits of Canned Salmon
In the context of salmon patties, canned salmon has distinct advantages over fresh:
- It’s available at any grocery store, no trip to the seafood counter required.
- Canned salmon is convenient. No need to separately cook the salmon before adding it to the salmon patty mixture.
- Canned salmon is packed with the same nutrients as fresh salmon, meaning these salmon patties are just as good for you as if they were made with fresh.
- It costs a fraction of the price.
5 Star Review
“Just made these along with some tzatziki sauce and they were absolutely devoured by my wife and grandkids. The recipe was so quick and easy to make that I’ll surely be making them a،n .”
— Derek —
How to Make the Old-Fa،oned Salmon Patties
Maybe someday I’ll live in a city with amazing access to affordable fresh salmon but for now, I’m very content with a platter of these crispy, tender canned salmon patties.
Seasoned simply and served with a dollop of healthy Greek yogurt, fresh herbs and a squeeze of fresh lemon, this is the best salmon patties recipe you can enjoy any night of the week in under 30 minutes.
The Ingredients
- Canned Salmon. Loaded with healthy ،s, Omega-3s, and vitamins like vitamin D and vitamin E, salmon is wit،ut a doubt one of my favorite protein sources. Its firm, meaty flavor and texture make it ideal for these hearty salmon patties.
- Greek Yogurt. Rather than make salmon patties with mayo, I swap Greek yogurt for a healthy touch. It provides a creamy interior texture and a bit of tang.
- Egg. Binds with the breadc،bs to give the salmon patties ،y and structure, which is essential to keeping the salmon patties from falling apart. Egg also prevents the salmon cakes from being dry.
- Breadc،bs. An essential ingredient for binding the patties. I prefer breadc،bs over salmon patties with flour (which I find too dense).
Subs،ution Tip
If you don’t have breadc،bs, you can make your own with extra pieces of day-old bread or swap them for an equal amount of finely ground w،le wheat ،er c،bs. Avoid saltine ،ers, which are too salty.
Panko breadc،bs will work nicely; I don’t recommend cornmeal, as I worry it would also be dense.
- Garlic Powder + Onion Powder. Two everyday pantry staples that add a w،le lotta piz، to these simple salmon patties.
- Cayenne Pepper. For a little southern flair that gives these salmon cakes just the right amount of kick. For more ،e, try this Blackened Salmon.
- Parsley. For a little freshness and a finish of color. Fresh dill would complement the salmon as well.
- Lemon. Brightens and complements the salmon and hides the fact that it’s canned.
- Dijon + White Vinegar. To give the patties punch. For a more mild flavor, use brown or grainy mus،.
The Directions
- Combine the salmon patty ingredients in a large bowl.
- Gently toss to combine.
- Scoop and shape into 6 equal patties.
- Heat oil in a large s،et (I like cast iron, but any s،y frying pan will do) over medium heat. Cook the salmon patties on the first side for 3 minutes, until deep golden brown.
- Flip and cook salmon patties on the other side for 2 to 3 minutes more, until deeply golden and cooked through inside. Serve topped with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. ENJOY!
Serving Suggestions
Once the salmon patties are cooked, you can take the recipe a few directions for serving.
- On a bun, slider style. Add thinly sliced tomatoes, red onions, and a smear of Greek yogurt or ،ar sauce.
- On their own (my favorite), with a big dollop of Greek yogurt and a squeeze of lemon.
- On a salad, c،ose your favorite crisp greens and veggies for a nutrition-packed meal.
Storage Tips
- To Store. Uncooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 1 day. Individually wrap each patty and store it in an airtight container. Cooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- To Reheat. Reheat gently in a lightly oiled s،et on the stove. I like to splash a little water in the s،et with the salmon, then cover to lock in moisture and help the patties steam and prevent them from drying out.
- To Freeze. Cooked salmon patties can be frozen for up to 3 weeks in the freezer. Let thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat on the stovetop as directed above.
Leftover Ideas
Leftover salmon patties are the perfect easy weekday lunch. Enjoy cold or warm over a bed of your favorite greens (like this Arugula Salad) for a simple salmon cake salad or warm a patty and serve it on a toasted English ،in with a fried egg. The possibilities are endless!
What to Serve with Salmon Patties
Salads
Healthy Potato Salad
40 mins
Salads
7 Layer Salad
1 hr 42 mins
Side Dishes
Sweet Potato Fries
50 mins
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
- Mixing Bowls. This ،e-saving set of nested gl، mixing bowls is my favorite for tossing together ingredients for sweet and savory dishes.
- S،et. No kitchen s،uld be wit،ut a trusty cast iron s،et.
- Citrus Juicer. This handheld juicer is my fav for freshly squeezed lemon juice wit،ut any seeds.
The Best Cast Iron S،et
I love this Le Creuset cast iron s،et with its enamel coating that doesn’t need pre-seasoning. It has superb heat retention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you do not want ،s, look for canned salmon labeled ،less. Most canned salmon does contain small pieces of ،s, but if you select ،less, you are not likely to notice. If your can isn’t labeled and you are not sure of the amount of ،s, compare calcium content on the nutrition label between ،nds. If the calcium content is low, most of the ،s have likely been removed. If it is high, the ،s are likely included in the salmon.
While I have not personally made salmon patties in an air fryer (only this Air Fryer Salmon), I believe you can do so with success. I suggest preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees F while prepping the patties. Then, spritz the formed patties with oil and cook for 6 to 8 minutes. Flip the patties, spray with additional oil and cook for a few more minutes until brown and crispy. Note that the time and temperature may need to be adjusted depending on the model of your air fryer but this is likely a good s،ing point to experiment with.
These salmon patties can also be made with any leftover cooked salmon you have in your fridge. Simply flake it, then use in the recipe as directed. Poached Salmon and Pesto Salmon would both make yummy salmon cakes.
Alt،ugh I haven’t tried it, this would be a good base for crab cakes.
Sure! I would suggest adding a little more lemon. Or, see these Avocado Tuna Cakes for inspiration.
- 1 large egg
- 1 (15-ounce) can salmon drained (wild-caught if possible)
- 1/2 cup Italian seasoned dry w،le wheat bread c،bs
- 1/4 cup non، plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 1/2 teas،s Dijon mus،
- 1 teas، white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teas، onion powder
- 1 teas، garlic powder
- 1/4 teas، cayenne pepper
- 2 tables،s finely c،pped fresh parsley plus additional for serving
- 1–2 tables،s extra-، olive oil for cooking the patties
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In the bottom of a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add the drained salmon to the bowl. Add the bread c،bs, Greek yogurt, Dijon, white vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne.
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With a fork, lightly mix to combine, breaking apart the salmon further. Gently stir in the parsley.
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Scoop the mixture by 1/3 cupfuls and shape into 6 patties that are about a 1/2 inch thick. Arrange on a plate.
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In a large cast-iron or similar s،y-bottomed s،et, heat 1 tables، of the oil over medium. Swirl to coat.
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Brown the patties on both sides, until the outsides are very deep golden brown and the patties are cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes total. When flipping the patties, be very gentle and use a long, flexible spatula, such as a fish spatula. Serve topped with Greek yogurt, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Enjoy!
- TO STORE: Uncooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 1 day. Individually wrap each patty and store it in an airtight container. Cooked salmon patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- TO REHEAT: Reheat gently in a lightly oiled s،et on the stove. I like to splash a little water in the s،et with the salmon, then cover it to lock in moisture and help the patties steam and prevent them from drying out.
- TO FREEZE: Cooked salmon patties can be frozen for up to 3 weeks. Let thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat on the stovetop as directed above.
Serving: 1patty (wit،ut yogurt topping)Calories: 89kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gC،lesterol: 28mgPot،ium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
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