Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Use gluten-free bread crumbs in this dish.
"Ask not what you can do for your country. Ask what's for lunch."
-Molly Wizenberg, Author
These salmon cakes make a great meal by themselves with vegetable or salad on the side. They have a great creamy and rich salmon flavor that is complemented by the toasting of the pecans crust. Kids who think they don't like fish may find they like these!
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 2 salmon cakes
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4.
This recipe makes good leftovers for sandwiches.
Serve with Herbed Zucchini or Roasted Cauliflower or Roasted Parsnips and Carrots
4 cups | water |
6 ounces | skinless salmon |
2 large | egg whites |
1/8 tsp | salt |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) | |
1 Tbsp | Dijon mustard |
1 tsp | Worcestershire sauce |
2 medium | green onions (thinly sliced crosswise) |
1 large | rib celery (finely diced) |
1/2 medium | green bell pepper (finely diced) |
1/4 cup | whole wheat or gluten-free bread crumbs |
1/2 cup | pecans (finely chopped) |
2 tsp | olive oil |
Place the water in a medium skillet over medium high heat.
When the water is almost boiling, add the salmon. Reduce heat to a shiver.
Poach for 8 to 10 minutes or until the flesh of the salmon is firm.
Remove to a paper towel and let cool.
Place the egg whites, salt, pepper, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and whisk until well blended.
Flake the salmon into small pieces about 1/2 inches long into the bowl.
Add the green onions, celery, peppers, and bread crumbs.
Fold together until well blended.
Pat into 4 disks.
Pat the chopped pecans on each side of the salmon cakes.
Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over high heat (or an electric griddle on high).
When the griddle is hot, add 1 teaspoon of the oil and spread evenly.
Add the salmon cakes and reduce the heat to medium high.
Cook for about 8 minutes. Add the other teaspoon of olive oil, then turn the cakes over.
Cook for another 8 to 10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 2 cakes
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 426 | Calories from Fat 277 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 31g | 47% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 13% |
Monounsaturated Fat 16g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 47mg | 15% |
Sodium 470mg | 20% |
Total Carbohydrates 15g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 19% |
Sugars 3g | |
Protein 26g |
Vitamin A 7% | Vitamin C 46% |
Calcium 6% | Iron 12% |
Vitamin K 44 mcg | Potassium 803 mg |
Magnesium 87 mg |