Mediterranean Salmon Spinach Patties (Print Version)

Golden salmon patties with spinach, feta, and fresh herbs served with lemon and tzatziki.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Components

01 - 340 g canned salmon, drained and flaked
02 - 100 g fresh spinach, finely chopped or 70 g frozen spinach, thawed and drained
03 - 40 g red onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 50 g feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 60 g breadcrumbs, panko or regular
07 - 2 large eggs, beaten
08 - 8 g fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 4 g fresh dill, chopped (optional)
10 - 15 ml lemon juice
11 - 2 g lemon zest
12 - 1 g dried oregano
13 - Salt, to taste
14 - Black pepper, to taste
15 - Olive oil, for frying

→ For Serving

16 - Lemon wedges
17 - Tzatziki sauce

# Instructions:

01 - Open and thoroughly drain the canned salmon. Remove any bones or skin, then flake the salmon into a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the spinach for approximately 2 minutes until wilted. Transfer to a plate and allow to cool. Squeeze out all excess moisture to ensure a firm patty mixture.
03 - Add the flaked salmon, prepared spinach, red onion, garlic, crumbled feta, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, parsley, dill (if using), lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and black pepper to a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
04 - With clean hands, form the mixture into 6 to 8 uniform patties, each approximately 7.5 cm wide. Compress gently to ensure the patties hold together during frying.
05 - Heat a generous layer of olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning gently, until golden brown and crisp.
06 - Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a side of Tzatziki sauce.

# Notes:

01 - For best texture, remove as much moisture as possible from the spinach to prevent the patties from falling apart.