Salmon Patties Recipe (Made In Just 3 Easy Steps)

This salmon patties recipe is a delicious and nutritious dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight family dinner. It combines canned salmon with fresh herbs and a few simple ingredients to make an out-of-this-world meal everyone will love. Plus, it's so easy to make. Just a handful of steps are all you'll have to follow to put it together.

My Take on Salmon Patties

Salmon patties have been a favorite meal of mine for years. My grandmother used to make them for me when I was a kid, and I haven’t stopped making them ever since.

What I love most about this recipe is that it's super simple to put together and it's also super versatile. You can easily customize the ingredients to suit your taste or what you have on hand.

Sometimes, I add chopped dill or capers for extra flavor, and other times I use panko instead of Italian breadcrumbs for a different texture. 

On top of that, my kids can't seem to get enough of them. Needless to say, we've been making this recipe a bunch lately. So, if you're looking for a dinner recipe the whole family will love, look no further than this one.

Ingredients

Alright, so this probably doesn't come as a surprise, but this salmon patties recipe is made with a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients that come together to create an unforgettable meal.

Anyway, here’s what you’ll need:

• 2 (5 oz) cans of salmon, skinless and boneless
• 1 egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 2 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• 1 green onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

How to Make Salmon Patties

Three simple steps are all you have to follow to make this salmon patties recipe. What's even better is that they should take you no more than 20-30 minutes to complete.

Step One: Prepare the Salmon Mixture

In a bowl, add the canned salmon, egg, breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Then, chop the parsley and slice the green onion, and add them to the bowl.

Mix everything until well combined.

Step Two: Form and Cook the Patties

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Divide the salmon mixture into 4 equal portions and form them into patties. Once the pan is hot, place the patties in the pan and start cooking them.

Step Three: Cook the Patties

Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side until they are golden and firm.

Serve the salmon patties with a sauce of your choice and lemon wedges.

They pair wonderfully with tartar sauce, aioli, or just a simple squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

How to Store Salmon Patties

Store any leftover patties you end up with in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently in a skillet set over medium heat, or in a microwave - using 30-second intervals - before serving.

FAQs About Salmon Patties

Can I use fresh salmon instead of canned?

Yes, you can use cooked, flaked fresh salmon instead of canned salmon. This will give the patties a slightly different texture but they will still be delicious.

What other herbs can I use in this recipe?

You can substitute - or add - other fresh herbs to your salmon mixture, such as dill, cilantro, or chives. For what it's worth, dill is my favorite one to add.

My Final Thoughts

These salmon patties are a dinner we come back to time and time again in the Cunningham household.

The combination of flavorful salmon, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon makes it a standout meal that impresses everyone who tries it - yep, even the pickiest of eaters!

Anyway, I hope you enjoy making and eating these salmon patties as much as I/we do.

Don’t forget to leave a comment below if you try it out.

More Dinner Recipes

If you’re looking for more tasty and easy dinner recipes, I've got you covered.

Here are some of my most popular ones on the blog:

• Creamy chicken and chorizo pasta
• Imitation crab sushi bowls
• Shrimp poke bowls
• Crockpot chicken legs
• Crispy chicken cutlets without eggs