Air Fryer Salmon Patties
These air fryer salmon patties are a healthy and delicious meal, packed with protein and flavor. They're easy to prepare and cook quickly, making them a perfect weeknight dinner option.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 fork or potato masher
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking spray or olive oil
Ingredients
- 12 ounces salmon, canned, drained
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup bell pepper, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 each egg
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- as needed for greasing cooking spray or olive oil For greasing the air fryer basket.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, bell pepper, parsley, minced garlic, egg, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Use a fork or potato masher to mix the ingredients well until they're thoroughly combined.
- Form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter. You should be able to make around 8 patties.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the salmon patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are not overcrowded; you may need to cook them in batches.
- Cook the patties in the air fryer for 6 minutes, then carefully flip them and cook for an additional 6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the salmon patties and let them cool for a minute before serving.
Notes
You can customize the patties by adding other vegetables or spices to suit your taste.
Serve the salmon patties with a side of mixed greens or in a sandwich with tartar sauce for an extra flavor boost.
These patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for a quick meal.