Blackened Salmon Cakes with Greens

A healthy and delicious meal to help you continue those New Year resolutions! These blackened salmon cakes pair great with fresh greens or add a few more ingredients for a nicoise salad. Delightful mini salmon cakes sit atop a bed of greens drizzled with a sweet onion citrus dressing for this light and tasty meal.

Blackened Salmon Cakes with Greens

Servings: 2           Prep Time: 40 minutes        Cook Time: 15 minutes

Author: Bristol Bay Regional Sockeye Salmon

Directions

1. Stir spice mix ingredients together in a bowl. Store in an airtight container.
2. Add onion citrus dressing ingredients to an immersion blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Store in fridge.
3. Add salmon cakes ingredients (except the butter and olive oil) to a medium bowl and mix until combined. Use a 1/4 cup dry measuring scoop and portion 7 cakes, lightly pressing together with damp hands. Place on a plate and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to encourage cakes to keep their shape. To prepare for later, continue to refrigerate until 20 minutes before meal, then cook.
4. In a cast iron skillet, melt butter and add olive oil. Once pan sizzles, add a few cakes (do not crowd) and cook each side for 5 minutes until golden brown. Repeat on opposite side and continue until all cakes are cooked.
5. Toss greens with a drizzle of dressing. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds, herbs, and add salmon cakes. Serve immediately.