Description

These quick grilled salmon cakes are a flavorful and easy-to-make seafood dish perfect for a delicious weeknight meal. Made with canned salmon, breadcrumbs, and fresh green onions, they come together quickly and are grilled to crispy perfection, serving as a healthy and satisfying dish that pairs well with a fresh salad or dipping sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon Cake Mixture

1 can of salmon, drained and flaked
1 cup bread crumbs
1 large egg, beaten
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

For Grilling

Oil for grilling (such as vegetable or olive oil)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked salmon, bread crumbs, beaten egg, chopped green onions, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with a fork until the mixture is well incorporated and can hold together when formed.
Form Patties: Shape the salmon mixture into 4 to 6 patties depending on your preferred size, making sure they are compact enough to hold their shape while cooking.
Heat Grill Pan: Drizzle oil into a grill pan and heat it over medium heat until the oil is hot and shimmering, ready for cooking.
Grill Patties: Place the salmon patties carefully in the hot pan. Cook them for about 4 to 5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and heated through on the inside.
Serve: Remove the patties from the pan and serve warm. For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and optionally sprinkle fresh herbs over the top before serving.

Notes

Use canned salmon with bones included for extra calcium, but ensure the bones are soft and edible.
Customize the seasoning by adding herbs like dill or parsley to enhance flavor.
For crispier salmon cakes, refrigerate the patties for 15-20 minutes before grilling.
Serve with a side of tartar sauce, aioli, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Gluten-free option: substitute bread crumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Keywords: salmon cakes, grilled salmon, quick seafood recipe, canned salmon, easy dinner, healthy seafood