Description
Craving a savory, crispy dinner that’s easy, affordable, and downright satisfying? These Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon-Garlic Sauce deliver bold flavor, irresistible crunch, and a fresh creamy finish. Whether you’re after a quick weeknight dinner, a protein-packed lunch, or an easy make-ahead meal, this recipe hits all the right notes. Made with pantry staples like canned salmon and breadcrumbs, it’s also one of the best easy recipes to keep on hand. Ideal for meal prepping, healthy snacks, or even breakfast ideas, these golden bites will become a go-to in your rotation. They’re a stellar example of great food ideas done fast.
Ingredients
1 can salmon (14–15 oz), drained and flaked
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or dill
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for frying
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the salmon, breadcrumbs, eggs, mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
2. Shape the mixture into 6–8 even-sized patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Refrigerate the patties for 20–30 minutes to help them firm up.
4. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each patty for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
5. For the sauce, whisk together mayo, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Serve patties warm with sauce drizzled on top and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Chilling the patties before frying helps them hold together and makes flipping easier.
For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs and fry in a cast iron skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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