Salmon quinoa and chickpea patties

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber while crushed crackers can be more economical.

canned salmon

🥗Healthier: fresh salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh salmon is healthier but more expensive, while canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative.

Flake 3 tins of salmon into a bowl.

Add 1 egg, spring onions, coriander, fresh lemon zest, freshly cracked black pepper, and sea salt to the bowl.

Add chickpeas and cooked red quinoa to the bowl.

Transfer all ingredients to a food processor and blend until a smooth dough forms.

Carefully transfer the mixture to a separate bowl using a spatula to avoid injuries.

Gently fold the flaked salmon into the mixture using a spoon.

Shape the mixture into patties with clean hands, making around 10 to 12 patties depending on size.

Dust the patties with palenta and place them on a lined baking tray.

Chill the patties in the fridge for 15 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan for shallow frying.

Fry the patties for 2 to 4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.

Check the color of the patties; when it starts to rise, they are ready to turn.

Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towel to drain excess oil.

Serve with a green salad, chili jam, lime, and pomegranate.

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