Salmon-Lentil Patties
Chock-full of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, these patties are a great alternative to traditional beef patties and they taste great!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 312kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces wild Alaskan salmon fillet or 1 (14 ounce) can salmon, well-drained
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup lentils cooked, drained well
- 1 egg slightly beaten
- 1/2 onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup whole wheat panko or whole wheat bread crumbs
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- kosher or sea salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to broil.
- If using salmon fillet, line a rimmed cookie sheet with foil, place salmon on a cookie sheet, spread olive oil on both sides. Broil on both sides 5-6 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 131 degrees. Allow to cool then remove the skin.
- Place salmon in a medium mixing bowl and flake using a fork. Add egg, lentils, onion, bell pepper, Panko, and spices to salmon, mash either by hand or use a potato masher. Shape salmon into 4 patties. Or, use a large circular cookie cutter, pack and press salmon mixture to form patties.
- Add canola oil to a large skillet, turn to medium heat, and cook patties on each side for about 5 minutes or until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Serve salmon patties as a main dish or as a burger style sandwich with your favorite condiments.
Nutrition
Serving: 1patty | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 101mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g |
| SmartPoints (Freestyle): 4
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 4
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 4