Salmon Cakes with Dill Sauce
Transform your dinner table with these crispy, golden-brown Salmon Cakes with Dill Sauce, a flavorful twist on a classic seafood favorite. Made with flaky cooked salmon, fresh dill, zesty lemon, and a hint of Dijon mustard, these patties boast a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. The creamy dill sauce—made with Greek yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice—adds a refreshing zing that complements each bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or an elegant appetizer. Serve them warm and watch these salmon cakes steal the spotlight at your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked salmon
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for sauce)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, break the cooked salmon into small flakes using a fork.
To the bowl, add breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill, chopped green onion, egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape the salmon mixture into 8 patties, each approximately 3 inches in diameter. Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate them for 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
While the salmon cakes are chilling, prepare the dill sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove the salmon cakes from the refrigerator and carefully place them in the hot skillet. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, transfer the salmon cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the salmon cakes warm with the dill sauce drizzled on top or served on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.2 mcg | 56% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
