Salmon It Up!

That lovely fish you see jumping there is a Salmon.  Not only is this a beautiful, sustainable fish, but it is just packed with good nutrition.  It has not only the great Omega 3's we all need, but lots of other Vitamins such as being high in niacin, phosphorous, selenium and B12. 

It's a nutritional powerhouse, and it doesn't matter whether you are talking about fresh caught filets or canned salmon.  It's a great source of good nutrition and in the canned state you can have it at your fingertips in your pantry at all times.

In an effort to continue on our weight loss process, I decided to make SALMON PATTIES today for lunch.  I did not want to use the usual bread crumbs as we have sworn off "white foods" right now.  So I modified my recipe and used rolled oats in their place.  The patties turned out absolutely fabulous and I want to share that recipe with you today.

SALMON PATTIES

1  14 3/4 ounce can Salmon, drained
2  eggs, beaten
1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup onion, diced very finely
1/2 cup green pepper, diced very finely
1/2 cup celery, diced finely
1 Teaspoon Old Bay or other seafood seasoning
1/2 cup Garlic Salt (optional)  I Love garlic!

Mix all above ingredients in a medium bowl and let stand a few minutes so the oats can absorb any excess liquid. 

Spray non-stick frying pan with PAM or use about 2 TBSP olive oil
Shape salmon into 2 inch patties and fry over MEDIUM HEAT until browned on one side before
  flipping to other side.

Remove to Plate.

These are absolutely delicious and oh so healthy for you.  Served with a large side salad and a fresh vegetable they make a very satisfying and healthy meal.  ENJOY!!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1/2 fillet (124.0 g)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 185 Calories from Fat 49

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 5.5g 8%

Saturated Fat 0.9g 4%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1.5g

Cholesterol 83mg 28%

Sodium 107mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 0.0g 0%

Protein 31.7g

Vitamin A 3% • Vitamin C 0% Calcium 2% • Iron 7%