Mediterranean Salmon Patties

Ingredients

• 2 (6 oz) cans salmon, drained and flaked (or use cooked fresh salmon)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. Mix the ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine the salmon, breadcrumbs, red onion, parsley, feta, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, and beaten eggs. Mix until well incorporated.
2. Form patties:
   Shape the mixture into 6–8 patties, depending on your preferred size.
3. Chill (optional):
   For firmer patties, chill them in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes.
4. Cook the patties:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
5. Serve:
   Serve warm with a side of tzatziki sauce, over a Greek salad, or tucked into pita bread with cucumbers and tomatoes.

Let me know if you’d like a dipping sauce recipe to go with it!