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Published August 7, 2021 by Jennifer. 3 Comments.
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Air Fryer Salmon Patties are made with salmon, mayo, breadcrumbs, bell pepper, seasonings, and more. It's a delicious and easy air fryer recipe that's made in just minutes!
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4.38 from 27 votes
Overhead shot of air fryer salmon patties on a white plate with blue charger underneath, and a side of tartar sauce.
Air Fryer Salmon Patties are made with salmon, mayo, breadcrumbs, bell pepper, seasonings, and more. It's a delicious and easy air fryer recipe that's made in just minutes!

These Air Fryer Salmon Cakes are the best way to cook up canned salmon. In just 10 minutes of time, these air fryer salmon patties are going to be ready for you to enjoy!

Air Fried Salmon Patties on a white plate with blue charger and tarter sauce on the side.

I love low carb air fryer recipes. Not only does the air fryer cut down on my cooking time but it makes the best air fry salmon patties ever. I’m serious when I say that they’re cooked to golden brown perfection.

Air Fryer Salmon Patties

When it comes to cooking up salmon, this might be my favorite air fryer recipe to use. It’s because it has the best results time and time again. Even the kids love this easy healthy meal!

If you’re looking for an excellent choice to cook up your salmon patty mixture, you can’t go wrong with these simple ingredients to whip up simple salmon burgers!

Air Fryer Salmon Cakes

Add this to your list of easy recipes. It’s a fast and simple way to cook up air fryer salmon croquettes.

The next time you have leftover fresh salmon, you can use this recipe as well!

If you’re in a rush, head down to the bottom of this post where you will find the printable recipe card. There you will find all of our notes, tips, and tricks for this recipe.

If you’re not in a rush, keep reading!

Fully cooked salmon patties in the basket of the air fryer.

Ingredients Needed:

  • canned salmon 
  • eggs 
  • mayo
  • red bell pepper, diced small
  • bread crumbs 
  • garlic powder
  • ground black pepper 
  • salt
  • fresh chopped parsley

If you’re a fan of fish cakes, I promise you’ll love this recipe. It’s like the perfect mix of crab cakes meats fish cakes!

Ingredients in a mixing bowl that are needed for Air Fryer Salmon Patties.

How to Make Salmon Patties in the Air Fryer

Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees F. Prepare the basket of the air fryer with a nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper.

Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well.

Measure out the salmon mixture to create the patties with 1/2 cup measuring cup. 

Form the patties to be no larger than 1″ thickness. 

Add the salmon patties in a single layer to the prepared air fryer basket. Spray the tops of the patties with olive oil. Cook for 8 minutes. 

Flip the patties over, spray the top of the patties, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. 

Serve with tartar sauce and your favorite sides.

TIP: Looking to make this dish Keto friendly? Consider substituting the breadcrumbs with pork rinds or almond flour.

Steps to make salmon patties in the air fryer.

Air Fried Salmon Pattie FAQs

If using canned salmon, do I need to remove the bones?

Yes, if you are making salmon patties from canned salmon I recommend placing the salmon on a cutting board and removing any remaining bones.

Can I use fresh salmon to make these salmon cakes?

Yes! If using fresh salmon, add the salmon fillets to a food processor and pulse or chop until you have small pieces of flaky salmon meat. Then add the remaining ingredients to make the salmon mixture for the salmon cakes.

How do you store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If you only cover with plastic wrap, the scent of the salmon will be in your entire fridge – just an FYI.

What is the best way to reheat this recipe?

Reheat the patties in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 4-5 minutes or until heated through to keep the perfect crispy coating.

Is there an easy way to meal prep with this recipe?

Prepare the patties up to 48 hours in advance, and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook. 

The whole family is going to enjoy this simple recipe. The first time you make it, you’ll be hooked!

If you have any other fun recipe ideas for this simple salmon cakes recipe, leave it below in the comments. We’re always looking for feedback or great ideas for all of you! 

Overhead shot of air fryer salmon patties ready to serve.

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES:

If you love these Air Fryer Salmon Cakes as much as we do, you might also enjoy these other recipes, too! 

  • Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp
  • Honey Mustard Salmon
  • Air Fryer Lobster Tails
  • Coconut Shrimp
  • Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

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Overhead shot of air fryer salmon patties on a white plate with blue charger underneath, and a side of tartar sauce.
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Air Fryer Salmon Patties

Air Fryer Salmon Patties are made with salmon, mayo, breadcrumbs, bell pepper, seasonings, and more. It's a delicious and easy air fryer recipe that's made in just minutes!
Course Appetizer, dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 260kcal
Author Jennifer West

Ingredients

  • 14.75 oz salmon 
  • 2 eggs 
  • 1 tbsp mayo
  • 1/2 bell pepper red
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped, fresh

Instructions

  • Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees F. Prepare the basket of the air fryer with a nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper.
  • Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well.
  • Measure out the salmon mixture to create the patties with 1/2 cup measuring cup. 
  • Form the patties to be no larger than 1" thickness. 
  • Add the salmon patties in a single layer to the prepared air fryer basket. Spray the tops of the patties with olive oil. Cook for 8 minutes. 
  • Flip the patties over, spray the top of the patties, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. 
  • Serve with tartar sauce and your favorite sides.

Notes

When using canned salmon, make sure to remove any remaining bones before making the salmon mixture for the patties. 
Looking to make this dish Keto friendly? Consider substituting the breadcrumbs with pork rinds or almond flour.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If you only cover with plastic wrap, the scent of the salmon will be in your entire fridge.
Reheat the patties in the air fryer on 350 degrees for 4-5 minutes or until heated through to keep the perfect crispy coating.
Need to make this ahead of time? Prepare the patties up to 48 hours in advance, and store in the refrigerator until ready to cook. 

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 698mg | Potassium: 455mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 816IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 338mg | Iron: 2mg
**Nutrition facts are based on my best estimation for this recipe. They may not be accurate depending on what brands you use or modifications you might make to the recipe. For most accurate calculations, I recommend using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you use with the recipe.
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