Description
These air fryer salmon patties are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor—perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked salmon, fresh or canned, flaked
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or 1 teaspoon oil for the air fryer basket
Instructions
- Add flaked salmon to a large bowl and break apart with a fork.
- Add egg, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into 6 evenly sized patties.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease the basket.
- Place patties in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite sauce or sides.
Notes
- Use canned or fresh salmon—just ensure it’s well drained.
- Do not overmix the ingredients to keep the patties tender.
- To make gluten-free, use almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Add red pepper flakes or paprika for heat.
- Perfect for meal prep—store or freeze cooked patties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
