Quick Easy Salmon Patties

I’ve always loved salmon cakes/patties—crispy, golden, savory bites of comfort—but I rarely make them the same way twice. They’re one of those wonderfully adaptable dishes that invite improvisation, depending on what I have on hand.

This particular recipe for quick and easy salmon patties is inspired by Good Housekeeping The Supermarket Diet Cookbook (affiliate link), a recent treasure I discovered at Goodwill. As soon as I flipped through its pages, I found several recipes flagged by its previous owner—clear signs of a well-loved kitchen companion—and I couldn’t resist giving these salmon patties a try.

Calories and WW Points

According to my calculations, each patty has just 213 calories and 3 WW Points.

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6 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Ingredients

• Canned, drained well and picked over for skin and bones – Use whatever kind of salmon you like best. These would also work well with leftover cooked salmon.
• Green onions chopped – Finely chopped white or yellow onion would be fine for a more pronounced onion flavor.
• Celery, chopped – Adds nice flavor and crunch but if you are not a fan, leave it out.
• Horseradish sauce – A creamy condiment widely available on grocery store shelves. I made my own by combining 1 heaping tablespoon prepared horseradish and 3 heaping tablespoons light mayonnaise.
• Plain dried breadcrumbs (gluten-free, if necessary) – Flavored bread crumbs would also work.
• Canola oil – Any neutral oil will work.

How to Make Salmon Patties Step by Step

Step 1: Mix

In a medium bowl, stir together the salmon, green onion, celery, horseradish sauce and bread crumbs.

Step 2: Shape

Shape the salmon patties into 4 (3-1/2-inch) round patties.

Step 3: Cook

In a large nonstick skillet (affiliate link), heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the patties to the skillet and cook until golden, 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook until golden and heated through 2 to 3 minutes more.

Recipe Notes

The texture of these salmon patties is on the softer side—not firm like traditional salmon burgers—so if you prefer a firmer bite, this might not be the recipe for you. But if you’re open to tender, flavorful patties that melt in your mouth, you’re in for a treat.

One of the great things about this recipe is that the patties can be made several hours—or even a day—ahead. Simply shape them, place them on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until you’re ready to cook. When it’s time to cook, just add an extra minute or two to ensure they’re heated through.

I made a small tweak to the original recipe based on what I had in the fridge. It called for horseradish sauce, but I only had prepared horseradish. So I whipped up a quick substitute by mixing one tablespoon of it with three tablespoons of light mayonnaise—an easy swap that worked beautifully.

Served alongside some frozen potato wedges crisped up in the toaster oven and a scoop of coleslaw, this made for a quick, easy, healthy, and satisfying dinner—all ready in under 30 minutes.

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Source: Adapted from Good Housekeeping The Supermarket Diet Cookbook (affiliate link) by Janis Jibrin M.S. R.D. and Susan Westmoreland

More Light & Healthy Canned Salmon Recipes for WW

• Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Easy Salmon Cakes are a delicious way to enjoy canned or leftover salmon.
• Light, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy dinner, this Salmon Dill Loaf is a Weight Watchers-friendly twist on a classic comfort dish.
• Fresh, vibrant, and packed with seasonal flavor, this Summer Salmon Panzanella Bread Salad combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, toasted bread, and flaky salmon for a satisfying warm-weather meal.
• A WW Friendly Meal Plan featuring this Quick & Delicious Salmon Patties Recipe.