SALMON CAKES

These delicious and nutritious salmon cakes are the perfect quick and easy option when you are looking to make a high protein dish and don’t have much time.

Before we get into the recipe, let’s discuss some of the health and fitness benefits that come with this powerful superfood.

There is lots to love about this nutrient-packed power food. My #1 is that salmon is one of the best natural sources of high-quality protein that plays a number of roles in the body like maintaining muscle mass during weight loss, helping our body heal after an injury and protecting bone health.

#2 is that salmon is rich in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, that help fight exercise-induced inflammation and with that speed up muscle recovery, lower blood pressure, improve lung performance, and help keep our joints supple. And just on the side, unlike most other fats, omega-3 fats are considered ‘essential’, which means our body can’t create them and needs to get them from our diet.

#3 consuming salmon frequently can help you to lose weight and keep it off. Like all high-protein foods, eating salmon increases your metabolic rate and helps to regulate the hunger hormones that control your appetite, all while making you feel full longer. On top of that, several studies show that the omega-3 found in salmon can lead to a significant reduction in belly fat as the DHA found in omega-3 has the ability to reprogram our genes so that carbs aren’t stored as fat, but rather broken down into energy.

As for how much salmon to eat per week and other essential benefits, check out our blog: ‘SALMON: SUPERFOOD FOR ATHLETES’ on FitFlavah.com

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Serves: 2

SALMON CAKES INGREDIENTS

• ½ pound wild salmon
• 3 egg whites (optional you can use 2 whole eggs instead)
• 6 green onions, minced
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 4 tbsp. grated parmesan
• 1 lemon
• salt and cracked pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp. coconut oil (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium skillet cook salmon about 5 minutes or until golden brown, turning it over once.
2. In a medium bowl mix minced green onions, egg whites, breadcrumbs, parmesan and lemon juice.
3. Add the salmon, flake it and combine everything.
4. Form patties so they are about the size of the palm of your hand and about 1 inch thick.
5. Heat medium skillet and cook the patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes, flipping it once.
6. Serve warm. As an option, they are also very tasty cold on top of a salad.

NUTRITIONAL INFO / SERVING

Total calories: 334.5
Protein: 35.4
Carbs: 19.3
Fiber: 1.2
Fat: 13.3

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