Description
Discover how to make the best salmon loaf with this easy, flavorful recipe. Packed with protein, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon, this salmon loaf is moist, delicious, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal. Serve it warm with your favorite sides for a comforting dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Canned salmon (drained) 14 oz (400g
Eggs 2 large
Bread crumbs 1 cup
Milk ½ cup
Onion (finely chopped) 1 small
Celery (finely chopped) ½ cup
Fresh parsley (chopped) 2 tbsp
Lemon zest 1 tsp
Dijon mustard 1 tbsp
Salt 1 tsp
Black pepper ½ tsp
Olive oil or melted butter 1 tbsp
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon, eggs, bread crumbs, milk, onion, celery, and parsley
Add the lemon zest, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper, mixing until all ingredients are well combined
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to form an even shape
Drizzle the top with olive oil or melted butter for a golden crust
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until the loaf is firm and golden brown
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing
Serve warm with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or a creamy dill sauce
Notes
Substitute canned salmon with fresh, cooked salmon for a richer flavor
Add chopped bell peppers or grated carrots for extra color and nutrition
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread crumbs
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx.)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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