Mini Wild Salmon Patties with Lemony Avocado Sauce

Name: Mini Wild Salmon Patties with Lemony Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (14.5 ounce) can of wild salmon, skin and bones removed (drain extra liquid); Juice and zest of half a lemon; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon dried dill; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons dried minced onion (or 1/2 teaspoon onion powder); 1/4 cup blanched almond flour/meal (or you can use all-purpose flour if you don’t care if it’s gluten-free); 2 large eggs, beaten; Avocado oil (or your preferred cooking oil); 1 medium to large ripe avocado, halved and pitted; Juice of 1/2 a lemon; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon dried dill; 1-2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; dash of hot sauce (optional)

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By: Rachel TiemeyerPosted: 4/22/19Updated: 2/28/24

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These kid-friendly salmon patties are not only some of the healthiest burgers out there, but every bite is a burst of citrusy, fresh deliciousness. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, and make a great freezer meal. It’s super easy to keep all of the ingredients for the salmon patties on hand in the pantry and in the fridge. Using canned salmon makes it economical too!

Salmon patties with lemony avocado sauce in a bowl.

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About This Recipe

The combo of the crispy, dill-infused salmon patties with the Lemony Avocado Sauce just works. The sauce at the end lends some creaminess and extra flavor on top. I eat these little burgers warm or cold, to be honest. With the sauce, they are delicious either way!

Salmon patties stacked next to a bowl of lemony avocado sauce.

What Makes Salmon Patties So Healthy?

The big gun ingredient is the Omega 3-rich wild salmon which the American diet is sorely lacking in. These burgers and the avocado sauce provide healthy fats, are high in protein, and are gluten-free and dairy-free. In other words, they fight inflammation in our bodies and fill you up at the same time. The dietician in your life will give you a standing O if you make these, I bet.

Salmon patties stacked a piece of marble with lemony avocado sauce next to it.

Why I Love These Salmon Patties

1) This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.

A great bonus if food sensitivities are a concern for your family. If you don’t have almond meal on hand, you can easily substitute Panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs instead.

2) Easily double and freeze a second batch for later.

You can double, triple, or even quadruple the batch easily, freezing extras for later. As long as you’re getting your kitchen and hands dirty, I’d suggest making the most of that time by doing so. Note: You do have to make the Lemony Avocado Sauce fresh.

3) It’s super easy to keep all of the ingredients for the salmon patties on hand in the pantry and in the fridge.

I almost always have everything I need to make them. (If you want the Lemony Avocado Sauce on top, you may have to make a trip to the store unless you usually have lemons and avocados on hand.)

4) Really economical!

Canned wild salmon is MUCH cheaper than fresh wild salmon. I paid about $2.75 per can at Aldi. One thing to know is that you will have to do a little dirty work to sort out the bones and skin over a colander. Don’t stress too much about the little bones, though. They are very tiny and brittle and you won’t notice them. Plus, they add in calcium!

Salmon patties stacked up ready to serve.

How to Serve Salmon Patties

First of all, I’d highly recommend making the Lemony Avocado Sauce in the recipe to top these cakes. The creaminess and beautiful color of the sauce contrasts well with the warm, crispy salmon patties. You could also use an all-natural Tartar Sauce for serving, if you want.

Salmon patties lined up to serve with lemony avocado sauce in a white bowl.

My kids liked them on mini buns with a slice of cheese on top, like a burger. I ate these Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes a la carte with some of the Avocado Aioli sauce on top. Delicious!

With these salmon patties as the center piece of your meal, all you need are a few simple, healthy sides. Here are a few ideas:

Strawberry Avocado Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Oven Roasted Broccoli
Simple Boiled Baby Potatoes
Oven Roasted Asparagus
Your favorite fruit (i.e. cantaloupe, grapes, berries)

How to Freeze Salmon Patties

It’s easy to freeze salmon patties. They turn out tasting just like you made them fresh, if you freeze them this way:

Freeze For Later: Put the salmon patties together, but do not cook them. Freeze in a freezer bag or container in a single layer. If stacking patties, divide single layers with parchment paper.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw completely in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Then cook according to the directions.

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Rachel Tiemeyer

As co-founder of Thriving Home, Rachel dreams about creating recipes (literally) and uses her husband, her 3 kids, and even the neighbors as guinea pigs several nights a week. She believes that good food has the power to bring families and friends closer together and continues to wake up excited about her job each day, even after 10+ years!

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