Simple Salmon Cakes

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Salmon cakes are a delicious, easy-to-make seafood dish featuring flaky salmon combined with seasoned bread crumbs and onion. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they make a perfect appetizer or main course, especially enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon. Great for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 1 (17 oz.) can salmon
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup dry seasoned bread crumbs
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Drain the salmon and flake it into a bowl.
  2. Stir in the grated onion, egg, and bread crumbs.
  3. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into 1/2 inch thick patties.
  5. Fry the patties in vegetable oil until crisp and golden on both sides, turning only once.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

440 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.3g 19% DV
Total Fat 22.7g 29% DV
Carbs 50.6g 18% DV
Fiber 1.7g 6% DV
Sugar 2.8g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 534.3mg 23% DV
Potassium 257.5mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 84.5mg 28% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 220.5mcg 25% DV
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1% DV
Calcium 114mg 9% DV
Iron 2.3mg 13% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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