Baked Salmon Cakes with Dill

Baked Salmon Cakes with Dill

Flaky salmon cakes baked until golden, brightened with fresh dill and lemon.

Total 40 min Makes 4 servings Calories 310/serving

Dietary

Pescatarian, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Fish, Eggs, Wheat

These salmon cakes are bound with breadcrumbs and egg, seasoned with fresh dill and lemon zest, then baked rather than fried for a lighter finish with a crisp exterior. They come together quickly on a weeknight and pair well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, skin removed
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Cut the salmon into small pieces and pulse in a food processor 4 to 5 times until coarsely chopped, or chop finely by hand.

  3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped salmon, panko, mayonnaise, egg, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, scallions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

  4. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

  5. Arrange the patties on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.

  6. Bake until golden on top and cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes.

  7. Let the salmon cakes rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm with lemon wedges.

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    Baked Salmon Cakes with Dill

    These salmon cakes are bound with breadcrumbs and egg, seasoned with fresh dill and lemon zest, then baked rather than fried for a lighter finish with a crisp exterior. They come together quickly on a weeknight and pair well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.

    40 min 4 servings 310 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, skin removed
    • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
    • 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

    Method

    1. 1

      Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    2. 2

      Cut the salmon into small pieces and pulse in a food processor 4 to 5 times until coarsely chopped, or chop finely by hand.

    3. 3

      In a large bowl, combine the chopped salmon, panko, mayonnaise, egg, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, scallions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

    4. 4

      Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

    5. 5

      Arrange the patties on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.

    6. 6

      Bake until golden on top and cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes.

    7. 7

      Let the salmon cakes rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm with lemon wedges.