Leftover Salmon Patties

Got leftover salmon to use up? Make these super easy and delicious salmon patties for the perfect leftover meal today!

Easy Leftover Salmon Recipes

More often than not when making salmon recipes, we end up having at least a filet or two leftover in the fridge. So, why not whip up an easy and delicious recipe for day 2 of salmon goodness. Cue: leftover salmon patties!

We’ll even share some delicious sides (think pasta, salads, and taters!) to serve with these patties and round out a quick and healthy meal tonight.

Don’t Have Leftover Salmon? Start Here:

Don’t have any leftover salmon? Don’t worry, you’ll still be able to whip up these salmon patties. Just have to make the salmon first, and then flake it! We recommend any of the following salmon recipes:

Ingredients for Salmon Patties

We kept the ingredient lineup super simple for these leftover salmon patties:

• Leftover salmon (obviously!)
• Veggies & Herbs: red bell pepper, white onion, chopped parsley
• Spices: chili powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika
• Panko crumbs
• Egg
• Mayo
• Tabasco
• Olive oil

How to Make Salmon Patties

These salmon patties come together in just a few easy steps and then are pan fried to perfection on the stove top:

1. Flake Salmon: First, place leftover salmon filet(s) in a large bowl and use a spoon to break the salmon up into small shredded chunks. 
2. Add Patty Ingredients to Salmon: Next, add the panko, diced bell pepper, diced white onion, parsley, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, paprika, egg, mayo, tabasco, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bowl of salmon. 
3. Mix it all Together: Using a spoon (or your hands!), mix all of the ingredients together until they stick together and form a ball easily. 
4. Make Salmon Balls: Form the salmon patties by using a 1/3 cup scoop and make 10-12 small balls out of the salmon mixture. 
5. Time to Flatten into Patties: After all the balls are formed, carefully make patties out of each ball by gently patting them down between your hands. Set them on a plate and repeat until all the patties are made. 
6. Heat Skillet: Next, heat a large skillet pan over medium/high heat. Add one tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. 
7. Pan Fry Patties: When the olive oil is fragrant, add 3-4 patties to the pan (if there is room) and cook them for 2-3 minutes on each side (or until the salmon patties brown). Then remove from heat. Add another tablespoon of olive oil and repeat until all the patties are cooked. 
8. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy these salmon patties alone, on top of a salad, or get creative with a few of our recommendations below!

What to Serve with Salmon Patties

Serve these delicious salmon patties with any of the following to round out a healthy and delicious meal!

Salads

• Healthy Broccoli Salad
• Thai Salmon Salad
• Easy Farro Salad
• Salmon Salad with Greek Yogurt Dill Dressing
• Mexican Street Corn Salad

Pasta

• Garden Summer Pasta
• Creamy Asparagus Pasta
• Creamy Pasta with Sautéed Kale and Tomatoes
• Rainbow Asian Noodle Salad

Sides

• Smashed Red Potatoes
• Oven Baked Potato Wedges
• Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
• Oven Roasted Asparagus
• Roasted Root Vegetables