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Super Easy Salmon Cakes

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"This recipe is a great way to used canned or leftover salmon, and is easily adapted to include whatever spices you like." — Marianna

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

1 (7 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil

2 green onions, finely chopped
2 cups finely crushed saltine cracker crumbs
lemon pepper to taste

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Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a medium bowl, mix together salmon, egg, olive oil, green onions, and 2/3 cup cracker crumbs. Season with lemon pepper. Form mixture into 8 patties. Coat patties with remaining cracker crumbs, and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, turning once, or until golden brown on both sides.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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I noted that some reviewers commented on "way too much cracker crumbs"...well, if you read the recipe it only calls for 2/3 cup crumbs in the salmon mixture and the rest is for coating the patties....otherwise, this is a good recipe for salmon cakes; love that they are baked instead of fried. I did spray the baking sheet with a pam-like spray (natural one).

—trishthedish725

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 20, 2012

All I did to this recipe was add a heaping teaspoon of Old Bay and a little garlic powder. I changed nothing else. I followed the directions EXACT. These salmon cakes were VERY hard to keep together and when they came out of the oven, they were VERY dry. Even the sauce I made to serve with it couldn't save it. The grownups didn't like it at all but funny enough, the kids loved it. Three stars based on that alone.

—Sarah Jo

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Jul 25, 2007

These are super easy & super delicious! I have made these more than a dozen times - they come out wonderful each time. I make the following changes: Use two 6oz cans salmon instead of one 7oz can (or two pre-drained 3oz packets). Add garlic. Use lime juice instead of lemon pepper - makes a huge difference in the taste. Also add frozen onions and green bell peppers. Before cooking I spray each patty once on each side with spray butter which makes them brown nicely. To be healthier, you can substitute spray olive oil if you can find it. I followed another's advice and make a sauce with mayo, lime juice & dill for dipping. Like I said, these come out consistently fantastic. I have served these at dinner parties with many compliments & my husband asks me to make these at least once a week!

—aggiefran

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Aug 28, 2004

Usually my crab cakes fall apart, these salmon cakes stayed formed and were really good. I did not add as much of the crushed crackers, but I did add some fresh ground pepper, garlic, and parsley. I did not have green onions so I used finely chopped yellow onion. My kids do like fish most of the time and they ate two of these each. Good recipe for canned salmon. Thanks.

—CHATNOIR

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Oct 31, 2007

This is a family favorite for my family of 6. I usually have to triple the recipe. I use to pan fry our salmon cakes but not no more! Pop these in the oven after you have made a dish of "Down Home Macaroni and Cheese" from this site, and add a salad or green veggie.... my family loves green peas as a side with this.... and you have a great family satisfying meal.

—JOYCE

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Oct 26, 2006

Easy and yummy! I decided to make a batch of these and bring them to work since I am the only one in the family that eats fish. I made a dipping sauce to go with it: 2 tbsp light mayo, 1 tbsp lemon juice, pinch of basil. Everyone who tried it loved it. The dipping sauce went very well with it. I will make these for the party I'm having next week! Thank you!

—bibs

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Jul 11, 2003

This recipe was really good - very easy and had great flavor. I used fresh salmon (I poached it in water, lemon juice and wine), but I think canned would be fine too. I served the salmon cakes with a cucumber-yogurt sauce, and it was wonderful!

—JILDE

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Jul 28, 2008

I used fresh lemon juice & zest instead of lemon pepper, as I think canned salmon needs a "fresh boost". Served with grilled corn on cob and Stir fried asparagus from this site. A very nice, quick, and mostly-healthy meal.

—somethingdifferentagain?!

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Nutrition

Calories
281 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
25.5 g
8%

Cholesterol
74 mg
25%

Fat
12.2 g
19%

Fiber
1.2 g
5%

Protein
16.4 g
33%

Sodium
570 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Super Easy Salmon Cakes

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 281
Calories from Fat: 110

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.2g 19 %
Saturated Fat 2.2g 11 %
Cholesterol 74mg 25 %
Sodium 570mg 23 %
Potassium 233mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 25.5g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
Protein 16.4g 33 %
Sugars 0.4g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 18 %
Iron 27 %
** Thiamin 22 %
Niacin 69 %
Vitamin B6 7 %
Magnesium 9 %
Folate 34 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.