Salmon Patties

Vitamin D has become a hot topic, and probably because many people are finding out they might be deficient in this fat-soluble vitamin (which actually acts as a hormone and plays a role in many important functions in the body). 

Did you know that fish is one of the best dietary source of vitamin D? Salmon contains the highest amount with just  4 oz. salmon containing 100% of your needs.  Most experts agree that 1,000 IU of vitamin D3 is required if there is no exposure to sunlight (1–3, 6,7). And with just 3.5 oz. of salmon containing 400-988 IU alone, can be an extremely easy way to achieve that!

This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy salmon in a new creative way - salmon patties (without the added preservatives and bread crumbs most "fish cakes" typically do! Perfect to grill now that we are approaching warmer weather.  But also super easy to make extra and have on hand for tomorrow's lunch or to be honest, makes a delicious way to start the morning when served as breakfast. Recipe is simple and they stay together well making it a great prep ahead food for tomorrow's meals!

Resources on Vitamin D and Fish: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2698592/

Salmon Patties

SERVES: 7 patties

INGREDIENTS: 

• 1.5 # Salmon Filet (remove outer skin)

• ½ yellow onion

• 2 Tbsp Flour (I used oat flour)

• 2 Tbsp Dill

• 2 Tbsp Kalamata Olives

• 2 Eggs

• 1 tsp crushed red pepper

• Salt/Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Process in the food processor until well combined. 

2. Form into medium-large sized patties. 

3. Grill or use a pan on the stove-top on medium-high heat. 

4. Add 1 Tbsp coconut oil to the pan once the griddle is hot and cook 2-3 minutes each side (be careful these cook quick and you don’t want to over cook them!)

5. Remove and serve with a little dill-lemon-yogurt dip.