Salmon Patties on Toasted Buns

Crispy pan-fried salmon patties seasoned with fresh dill and Dijon mustard, served on toasted buns with a refreshing homemade coleslaw. This meal is quick, comforting, and perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 10 min
- Total: 25 min
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: $3.83/serving
Dietary
- Kosher
- Nut-Free
- Soy-Free
- Dairy-Free
- Pescatarian
- High-Protein
- Low-Sugar
Tags
- quick
- comfort food
- savory
- budget-friendly
Ingredients
- 12 ounce pink salmon (drained, flaked)
- 1 egg (large)
- 0.25 cup breadcrumbs (plain)
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise (divided)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 14 ounce coleslaw mix (pre-shredded)
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 lettuces (leaves)
- 1 tomato (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the coleslaw: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper until smooth. Add the pre-shredded coleslaw mix and toss to combine. Set aside to allow flavors to meld while you prepare the salmon patties.
- Make the salmon patties: In another medium bowl, combine the drained and flaked pink salmon, egg, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties.
- Cook the patties: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the salmon patties in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Toast the buns: While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns in a separate dry skillet, toaster, or under a broiler.
- Assemble and serve: Place a cooked salmon patty on each toasted bun. Top with fresh lettuce leaves and tomato slices if desired, then a generous spoonful of the prepared coleslaw. Serve immediately with any remaining coleslaw on the side.
Notes
Leftovers will keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat patties gently in a skillet or oven for best texture.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 739
- Protein: 32.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 30.1 g
- Fat: 50.5 g
- Fiber: 1.6 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Saturated Fat: 5.3 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg