If you’re looking for a simple, nutritious, and versatile dish to add to your meal rotation, these skillet salmon patties are the perfect choice. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and flavor, these patties are quick to whip up and ideal for meal prep, lunch, dinner, or even as a breakfast or hearty snack. Plus, they’re gluten-free and low-carb, making them suitable for various dietary needs.
Why You'll Love These Salmon Patties
- Quick and Easy: Made with pantry staples like canned salmon, almond flour, and avocado oil, these patties come together in under 20 minutes.
- Nutritious: High in protein, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and made with wholesome ingredients, these patties are a healthful addition to any meal.
- Customizable: Add finely chopped onions, green peppers, or other veggies for extra flavor and texture.
- Great for Meal Prep: These patties store well in both the fridge and freezer, and can be enjoyed throughout the week or defrosted for a quick meal.
- Versatile: These patties are great for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a snack!
Recipe: Skillet Salmon Patties
Ingredients:
- 2 cans salmon (about 12-14 oz total), drained
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- Optional: 1/4 cup finely chopped onions or green peppers (or both)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil for cooking (if cooking in batches, you might need to add more oil between batches to prevent sticking)
Instructions:
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the salmon, almond flour, eggs, garlic salt, and onion powder. You can use a spoon or fork, but I find it easiest to use my hands to mix well. If desired, stir in the finely chopped onions or green peppers. Ensure that there are no large chunks of salmon.
- Form the Patties: Divide the mixture into 6 portions, depending on how large you want your salmon patties to be, and shape into patties.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Cook the Patties: Place the patties in the skillet, leaving space between each one. Cook for 3 – 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. The temperature of your skillet makes a big difference in cooking time- if you don’t allow your skillet to heat up before adding the patties, cooking time will increase. Add more avocado oil if needed for subsequent batches.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the patties from the skillet, drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and serve warm or cold.
Tips for Meal Prep
- Batch Cooking: Double the recipe to make a larger batch of patties. They store well in the fridge for up to 3 t 5 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm the patties in a skillet over low heat or in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes. This helps retain their crispiness, or serve them cold.
- On-the-Go Meals: Pack the patties in a lunchbox with a side of roasted veggies, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a quick and balanced meal.
Serving Ideas
- Classic Pairing: Serve the patties with a side of seasoned black beans and a crisp green salad. Add Cilantro Aioli for a avocado dressing for added flavor.
- Burger Style: Place a patty on a whole-grain bun or lettuce wrap and top with avocado slices, tomato, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or tzatziki.
- Appetizer or Snack: Make smaller patties and serve them with a dipping sauce like spicy aioli, dill yogurt, or lemon tahini.
- Breakfast Addition: Top a patty with a fried egg and serve alongside sautéed greens for a protein-packed breakfast.
Nutritional Benefits
- Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Salmon is an excellent source of heart-healthy omega-3s, which support brain function, reduce inflammation, and promote cardiovascular health.
- High in Protein: Each patty provides about 12 grams of protein boost, helping with muscle repair, satiety, and overall energy.
- Low in Carbs: Using almond flour instead of breadcrumbs keeps these patties low-carb and gluten-free, making them suitable for keto and paleo diets. Bonus- almond flour adds 1.6 grams of fiber per patty!
- Healthy Fats: Cooking with avocado oil adds monounsaturated fats, which are great for heart health and hormone regulation.
Skillet Salmon Patties with Avocado Oil
Simple, nutritious, and versatile, these skillet salmon patties are the perfect addition to your meal rotation. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and flavor, these patties are quick to prepare and ideal for meal prep, lunch, dinner, or even as a breakfast or hearty snack. Plus, they’re gluten-free and low-carb, making them suitable for various dietary needs.
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cans (6 oz) salmon, drained
- 2 eggs, large
- 3/4 cups almond flour
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp avocado oil more if needed to prevent sticking
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion or green pepper, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the avocado oil. Mix well using your hands, a fork or a spoon.
- Divide the mixture into 6 portions and shape into patties about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the patties, leaving space between each one. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Add more avocado oil if needed for subsequent batches.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and drain on a paper towel lined plate. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
Nutrition Facts for 1 Salmon Patty:
Calories: 149
Protein: 11.7 g
Carbs: 3.8 g
Fiber: 1.8 g
Fat: 9.6 g
Saturated fat: 1.3 g