Description
Mediterranean Salmon Spinach Patties are a delicious and healthy dish made with fresh ingredients, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillets, skin removed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the salmon: Place the salmon in a skillet with a splash of water. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 6–8 minutes, or until just cooked through. Let cool slightly, then flake with a fork.
- Prepare the spinach: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet. Add the chopped spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until wilted. Let cool and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Make the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, spinach, red onion, garlic, feta, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, dill, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Form the patties: Mix gently until combined. Shape into 8 patties, about ½-inch thick. If the mixture feels too soft, add 1–2 tablespoons more breadcrumbs.
- Chill: Place the patties in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes. This helps them hold together while cooking.
- Pan-sear: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown, crisp on the outside, and heated through.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Serve the salmon-spinach patties warm with the lemon yogurt sauce, lemon wedges, a simple cucumber-tomato salad, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- These patties can be frozen before cooking for a quick meal later.
- Serve with a side of tzatziki for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg