Easy Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon-Garlic Sauce
Easy Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon-Garlic Sauce are a quick and delicious seafood dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These patties combine tender salmon with a zesty blend of garlic and lemon, creating a flavor-packed treat that is both nutritious and satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, they can be served alone, on a salad, or in a sandwich, making them versatile for any meal occasion. The creamy lemon-garlic sauce adds an extra layer of richness that enhances the overall experience. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, these easy salmon patties will surely impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cooked salmon (or 1 14.75-ounce can canned salmon)
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ⅔ cup fine almond flour
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt (more or less to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more or less to taste)
- Neutral oil (approximately 2-4 tablespoons as needed)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped garlic, and parsley until smooth.
- Make the Patties: Flake the salmon into another bowl; add eggs, onion, almond flour, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into small patties.
- Cook: Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with the creamy sauce drizzled on top or alongside lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (85g)
- Calories: 214 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 81mg