Easy Salmon Cakes

Salmon, combined with sauteed onion and celery, chopped fresh parsley, egg, Dijon mustard, whole wheat brad crumbs, and fresh ground black pepper. Patties browned in skillet until golden brown.
Ingredients -

3 teaspoons Extra-Virgin Olive oil, divided
1 small Onion, finely chopped
1 stalk Celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped Fresh Parsley
1 (15 ounces) can Salmon, drained, or 1-1/2 cups Cooked Salmon
1 Large Egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
1-3/4 cups Fresh Whole-Wheat Breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
Creamy Dill Sauce (recipe follows)
1 Lemon, cut into wedges

 
Preparation:

1. Prepare Creamy Dill Sauce.

2. Preheat oven to 450 F.

3. Spray cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray

4. Add 1-½ teaspoons olive oil to large non-stick skillet. Heat over medium-high heat.

5. Sauté chopped onion and celery until tender, about 3 minutes.

6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley.

7. Place drained salmon in large bowl.

8. Remove skin and bones while flaking salmon with fork.

9. Add lightly beaten large egg and Dijon mustard.

10. Add sautéed vegetables, bread crumbs, and fresh ground black pepper. Stir to combine.

11. Shape into 8 patties.

12. Add remaining olive oil to skillet. Heat oil over medium heat.

13. Place patties carefully in hot oil. Cook 2-3 minutes, until golden.

14. Turn patties carefully with wide spatula. Cook 3-4 minutes, or until salmon cakes are cooked through.

15. Serve salmon cakes with sauce and lemon wedges.

 



Salmon Tips -
Cooking Salmon
Salmon has firm flesh, and a bold flavor. The fish has great taste simply seasoned and prepared. Salmon also pairs very well with other ingredients, including citrus.

Salmon Tips -
Salmon Preparation
In general, salmon cooks quickly, but preparation in advance can take some time.
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