Name: Speedy Scallion-Ginger Salmon Cakes
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup sour cream; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 0.5 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 1 (14 3/4-ounce) cooked salmon fillet or 1 (14 3/4-ounce) can salmon, drained; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1.75 cup fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip); 0.5 cup chopped scallions; 0.25 cup chopped water chestnuts; 1.5 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Speedy Scallion-Ginger Salmon Cakes

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These speedy scallion-ginger salmon cakes are perfect for busy weeknights. Salmon is flavored with refreshing ginger and scallions, while water chestnuts add a crisp bite. The sesame-ginger sauce is creamy and cooling. You can cook salmon fillets for these easy salmon cakes or use canned salmon to keep it simple.

Melissa Gray

Published on January 3, 2022

Speedy Scallion Ginger Salmon Cakes — Photo: Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

High-Protein Nut-Free

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Ingredients

Creamy Sesame-Ginger Sauce

¼ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Salmon Cakes

1 (14 3/4-ounce) cooked salmon fillet or 1 (14 3/4-ounce) can salmon, drained
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 ¾ cup fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip)
½ cup chopped scallions
¼ cup chopped water chestnuts
1 ½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Directions

To prepare Creamy Sesame-Ginger Sauce: Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, sesame oil, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon ginger and pepper together in a small bowl until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
To prepare Salmon Cakes: Place salmon in a medium bowl and flake apart using a fork (remove and discard any skin or bones). Add egg, soy sauce and mustard; stir to combine. Add breadcrumbs, scallions, water chestnuts, ginger and pepper; stir until well combined. Divide the mixture into 8 portions; shape into patties about 2 1/2 inches wide and 1/2-inch thick.
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add 4 patties; cook, turning once, until golden brown and heated through, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and 4 patties. Serve with Creamy Sesame-Ginger Sauce and lime wedges, if desired.

To make ahead:

Cover and refrigerate sauce (Step 1) for up to 2 days.

Tip:

To make your own fresh breadcrumbs, trim crusts from whole-wheat bread. Tear the bread into pieces and pulse in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. One slice makes about 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

499	Calories
20g	Fat
42g	Carbs
33g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 499
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 42g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6g	21%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 33g	66%
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 118mg	39%
Vitamin A 477IU	10%
Sodium 344mg	15%
Potassium 530mg	11%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.