Description
Flavorful, protein-rich salmon patties infused with Mediterranean herbs, lemon, and capers—perfect for a heart-healthy meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 15 oz canned wild-caught salmon, drained
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Drain salmon and flake with a fork in a bowl. Remove large bones and skin if desired.
- Add bell pepper, onion, dill, parsley, capers, garlic, lemon zest and juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add feta if using.
- Mix in eggs and almond flour until combined. Do not overmix.
- Form into 8 patties, about 1/2 inch thick. Refrigerate 15 minutes to firm up.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Notes
Can use fresh cooked salmon. For baking, place on lined sheet at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg