Baked Salmon Patties
A healthy and quick baked salmon patties recipe.Can use fresh or canned salmon; fresh gives richer flavor while canned is convenient.Can be made without breadcrumbs using oats or almond meal as a gluten-free option.Can be prepared in advance, frozen, and reheated easily.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) fresh or canned salmon, cooked and flaked
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or almond meal / oats for gluten-free)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine salmon, breadcrumbs (or substitute), egg, onion, mustard, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into 8 evenly-sized patties. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to help them hold together.
- Place patties on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with roasted vegetables, quinoa salad, or mixed greens.
Tips & FAQs:
- Can use fresh or canned salmon – wild-caught preferred for Omega-3.
- Gluten-free? Use almond meal or oats instead of breadcrumbs.
- To prevent patties from falling apart, chill before baking.
- Freeze cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or microwave for 2-3 minutes.