Mediterranean Salmon Spinach Patties
Mediterranean Salmon Spinach Patties combine delightful flavors and textures into a healthy, easy-to-make dish. These crispy patties are packed with nutritious ingredients like fresh salmon, spinach, and feta cheese, making them perfect for an appetizer, main dish, or lunch box surprise. Enjoyed by friends at summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 patties 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh salmon fillets (or 1 can of canned salmon)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté chopped spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted (about 3 minutes).
- Cook fresh salmon in the same skillet until flaky (5-7 minutes) or flake canned salmon.
- In a bowl, combine flaked salmon, cooked spinach, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, garlic, lemon juice, eggs, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well without overmixing.
- Form mixture into patties about 2 inches wide and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy; flip halfway through for even browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute spinach with kale or use different herbs like basil or cilantro. To keep patties light and fluffy, avoid overmixing the ingredients.