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    Air Fryer Salmon Patties with Lemon Dill Aioli

    Published: Oct 8, 2020 · Modified: Nov 4, 2022 by Erin Carter · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    These air fryer salmon patties with lemon dill aioli are so good! Crisp on the outside, yet soft and tender on the inside they have the perfect taste and texture. They are made with pantry staples including canned salmon and are ready in just 15 minutes.

    A cooked salmon cake on a bed of chopped lettuce, topped with a creamy aioli sauce.

    Why you will love this recipe:

    • These salmon patties in air fryer turn out perfectly crisp on the outside, yet soft and tender on the inside. They have the perfect taste and texture. 
    • They are ready in just 15 minutes! They are so fast and easy to make and the clean up is a breeze too!
    • They are made with pantry staples like canned salmon, mayonnaise and dill and have the most incredible flavour!
    • They make great leftovers and store really well in the fridge.
    • They are a healthy dinner or lunch option and could also be eaten as a snack or even for breakfast. 
    • They're dairy free and I've included options for making them gluten free, Whole30, keto, low carb and paleo!

    Key ingredients and substitutions: 

    • Canned salmon - I recommend using wild canned salmon rather than farmed for the increased health benefits.
    • Almond flour - you can use bread crumbs or crushed crackers instead. Almond flour helps bind the salmon cakes together and adds healthy fat and fiber to this recipe.
    • Mayonnaise - to help add flavour and moisture to these salmon cakes. You can either use homemade or store bought mayo.
    • Dijon mustard - to kick up the flavour profile even more! 
    • Dried dill - one of my favourite spices for pairing with salmon.
    • Lemons (for both the zest and juice) - to add flavour and moisture to these salmon cakes. 
    • Egg - this helps add moisture and bind these salmon cakes together. 

    How to make this recipe:

    Step one:

    First, add all the ingredients for the salmon cakes into a bowl. Then stir everything together to combine. 

    The ingredients for making salmon cakes in a blue bowl with a spoon in it.

    Step two:

    Then form the salmon mixture into 4 patties of equal size and brush the rack of your air fryer with avocado oil (or another cooking oil of your choice).

    Four uncooked salmon patties on a plate.

    Step three:

    Then transfer the patties to the tray or basket of your air fryer and cook them for 15 minutes at 360 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Four uncooked salmon patties on an air fryer tray.

    Step four:

    While the salmon cakes are cooking, make the aioli by stirring all the ingredients together in a bowl or measuring cup. Once the patties are done cooking, remove them from the air fryer and top them with the aioli. Then serve and enjoy! 

    The ingredients for making a lemon dill aioli in a glass measuring cup with a spoon.

    Chef's tips and recipe variations:

    • Instead of almond flour feel free to use bread crumbs or crushed crackers instead.
    • You could use white onion instead of green onion.
    • You could easily double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch.
    • Try to make all of the patties the same size so that they cook at the same rate.
    • Every air fryer is slightly different so you may have to adjust the cooking times slightly if you use a different brand.

    What to serve with salmon cakes:

    • Broccoli salad
    • Potato salad
    • Cooked squash
    • Cooked carrots
    • Air fryer French fries

    How to store:

    These salmon patties store really well in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days and make great leftovers.

    A cooked salmon patty on a bed of lettuce drizzled with a creamy aioli.

    Frequently asked questions:

    How do I keep my salmon patties from falling apart?

    The key is using a good binder! For this recipe I used an egg plus almond flour but bread crumbs or crushed crackers would also work.

    What goes good with salmon patties?

    I love serving these salmon patties over rice and with a side salad. I coat everything with the lemon dill aioli and it tastes so good! Other things that pair well with them include broccoli salad, potato salad, cooked carrots, cooked squash or French fries.

    How long do you cook salmon patties in the air fryer?

    I found that these patties take 15-17 minutes to cook at 360F. Depending on the air fryer that you have you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.

    Do you put crackers in salmon patties? 

    To bind salmon patties you can use crushed crackers but you can also use breadcrumbs, oatmeal, almond flour or almond meal.

    How do you know when salmon patties are done?

    Salmon patties are done cooking when they are golden brown on the outside, and pink and flaky on the inside. If you have a meat thermometer you can tell if the salmon patties are done when the inside reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. 

    What if I don’t have an air fryer? 

    No problem! Instead, cook these salmon patties in the oven. Put them on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, flipping them halfway through to ensure they cook evenly. 

    Other air fryer recipes you will love:

    • Air fryer pork ribs
    • Air fryer frozen shrimp
    • Easy air fryer pork belly
    • Air fryer carrots
    • Air fryer chicken wings
    • Air fryer spaghetti squash

    Since you made it this far we are basically best friends so be sure to follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok and Facebook where I share even more recipes and healthy living tips! And don’t forget to leave this recipe a star review before you go!

    An air fryer salmon patties on a bed of chopped lettuce

    Air Fryer Salmon Patties with Lemon Dill Aioli

    These air fryer salmon patties with lemon dill aioli are the best! Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside with the most amazing flavour. Plus they're ready in just 15 minutes!
    4.88 from 16 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Fish, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Lactose
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 411kcal
    Author: Dr. Erin Carter

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans salmon (320 grams)
    • 1 cup almond flour (or bread crumbs)
    • 1/2 cup chopped green onion
    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon dried dill
    • 1 tablespoon packed lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 egg

    Optional

    • 1 tablespoon avocado oil (for greasing the tray of your air fryer if needed)

    Lemon Dill Aioli

    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • juice from half a lemon
    • 1 teaspoon dried dill
    • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (or more to taste)

    Instructions

    Salmon Patties Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to a bowl.
    • Mix everything together until combined.
    • Form into 4 patties of equal size and brush the rack of your air fryer with avocado oil.
    • Cook the patties for 15 minutes at 360F.

    Lemon Dill Aioli Instructions

    • Place the ingredients in a bowl or glass measuring cup.
    • Stir well to combine.
    • Top the salmon cakes with the aioli and serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    1. Every model of air fryer is different, so you may have to adjust the cooking time slightly. 
    2. If you use a basket style air fryer you will need to flip the patties half way through to ensure they cook evenly.
    3. Instead of almond flour you can use bread crumbs or crushed crackers instead.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 742mg | Potassium: 591mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 297IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Kristie

      October 08, 2020 at 7:03 pm

      So tasty!5 stars

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