Healthy Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip Recipe
These Healthy Salmon Patties are a flavorful, nutritious dish made with fresh or canned salmon mixed with almond meal, vegetables, herbs, and parmesan cheese. Baked to perfection until golden and tender, they’re paired with a creamy lemon herb dip made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and fresh herbs for a bright, tangy complement. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner that combines protein, healthy fats, and fresh flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Salmon Patties
- 14 ounces cooked fresh salmon or canned pink salmon
- 1 cup almond meal
- ½ yellow onion, grated
- 1 small zucchini, grated (about 1 cup)
- 2 green onions, thinly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 eggs, whisked
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 to 1½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the salmon patties.
- Mix the patty ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond meal, grated onion, grated zucchini, green onions, fresh chives, fresh dill, whisked eggs, parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Add salmon: Gently fold in the cooked fresh or canned salmon to the bowl mixture, taking care to maintain larger flakes for better texture.
- Form patties: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a ¼ cup measure, shape the salmon mixture into patties about 2½ to 3 inches in diameter. You can grease your hands with a small amount of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Bake the patties: Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. Bake them in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the patties are puffed slightly and have a light golden color around the edges.
- Prepare the dip: While the patties bake, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh chives, fresh dill, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir well and set aside.
- Serve: Remove the salmon patties from the oven and serve warm alongside the creamy lemon herb dip for a delicious and healthy meal.
Notes
- You can use either fresh cooked salmon or canned pink salmon based on availability and convenience.
- Greasing your hands when forming patties helps prevent the mixture from sticking and makes shaping easier.
- Baking instead of frying keeps the recipe healthier, reducing added fats.
- The creamy lemon herb dip adds a refreshing tang that complements the rich salmon patties nicely.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, be sure to use almond meal as stated.
- Adjust red pepper flakes in the dip according to your preferred spice level.