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Quinoa Salmon Patty

Cultural Context

The Quinoa Salmon Patty is a modern American dish that reflects the growing trend towards healthy, protein-rich meals. Quinoa, a staple of Andean cuisine, combines with salmon, a popular seafood choice in the U.S., to create a nutritious and satisfying patty. These patties are often enjoyed as a weeknight dinner or meal prep option, appealing to those seeking a balance of flavor and health. Variations abound, with some incorporating different herbs or spices, showcasing the dish's adaptability and global influences.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
14 oz skinless boneless canned salmon
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1 to 2 minced cloves of garlic
zest of 1 lemon
3 chopped green onions
1 tablespoon almond flour
1 beaten egg
juice of 1/2 lemon
non-stick cooking spray

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier option, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

salmon

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: tuna

Canned salmon is often lower in cost, and tuna can be a more affordable protein alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is typically less expensive.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal can be a healthier binding agent, while egg substitutes can be cheaper.

1

Start with 14 oz of skinless boneless canned salmon in a separate bowl.

2

Add 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa directly on top of the salmon.

3

Add 1 to 2 minced cloves of garlic on top.

4

Add the zest of 1 lemon.

5

Add 3 chopped green onions.

6

Mix all the ingredients together until well incorporated.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of almond flour and 1 beaten egg as binders, then mix again.

8

Add the juice of 1/2 lemon for freshness and mix in.

9

Heat a skillet on medium-high heat and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.

10

Take about 3 to 4 tablespoons of the mixture, form it into a ball, and flatten it into a patty.

11

Place the patty onto the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on one side.

12

After 4 to 5 minutes, flip the patty to cook the other side.

13

Continue forming and cooking the remaining patties, yielding 6 to 8 depending on size.

Cooking Techniques

mixingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

bowlskilletspatulameasuring spoonsnon-stick cooking spray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

fisheggswheat

Also Known As

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