Written By: Jessica DeMay
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These Paleo Salmon Cake Waffles are healthy, delicious, and so quick! Gluten free, dairy free, low fodmap, and low carb. Ready in less than 10 minutes making them a great weeknight dinner.
Once I made my Paleo Crab Cake Waffles, I knew I would be making other varieties and these did not disappoint! The fresh dill and lemon juice pair perfectly with the salmon. They are light and packed with flavor.It may be a little untraditional, but using the waffle maker is so simple compared to frying them in a pan.
I will admit that canned salmon does not sound the most appetizing, but what starts as something ordinary turns into a flavorful, very appetizing meal!
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Quick Lunch or Dinner
These waffles come together quickly and are ready in just minutes. Everything is mixed together in a bowl, then they are pattied out and ready to cook. I've even pattied them out ahead of time and stored them in the fridge. That's a great option as well.
Then cooking them only takes a few minutes! The waffle maker cooks them perfectly every time and no worrying about flipping. I have already used my waffle maker more for savory waffles than sweet.
Low-FODMAP Salmon Cakes
These are low-fodmap which means no onion or garlic is used, but they are still flavorful from the green onion (green parts only) and garlic oil, and of course the fresh dill and lemon juice. If you don't need them to be low fodmap then you can use some garlic powder in place of the oil.
You will love these Salmon Cakes because they are so quick and easy and make a great healthy meal. Crispy on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside.
Here is the waffle maker I have and love. Very affordable and works great and check out my other waffle recipes:
- Paleo Crab Cake Waffles
- Tuna Cake Waffles (paleo)
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Paleo Whole30 Salmon Cake Waffles
Author:Jessica DeMay
Prep Time:5 minutes minutes
Cook Time:9 minutes minutes
Servings:5 waffles
Course:Main Course
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 6oz cans salmon drained
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons packed chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon mayo
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup almond flour
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine salmon, eggs, dill, green onion, garlic oil, lemon juice, mayo, salt, and almond flour. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Heat your waffle maker up. Mine has a little light that goes off when it's preheated. Read the instruction manual for yours to know when it's ready.
Form 4-5 equal patties- this depends on the size of your waffle maker. I didn’t want to overfill mine.
Place 2 patties (or how ever many fit on your waffle maker) on the waffle maker and close. Cook for 3 minutes or until golden brown on the outside. Carefully remove them and transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining 3.
Serve with extra lemon slices and more mayo if desired
Notes:
*If not needing to be low fodmap, then you can use garlic powder instead of oil.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 262kcal (13%)Carbohydrates: 6g (2%)Protein: 22g (44%)Fat: 18g (28%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 76mg (25%)Sodium: 281mg (12%)Potassium: 39mg (1%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 134IU (3%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 64mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
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15 Comments
Tara says
I love idea about using waffle iron as made crispy. I use carvasa flour . It taste kinda plan and something missing ;( I use lemon dill sauce with it 😉
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Dominique Jermyn says
Monash is showing 1/2c Almond Flour is high FODMAP, I know with this I'll probably be having less, but if I don't want to risk it, do you think Cassava Flour will work instead? Also any sides recommended to go with this? 🙂
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Jessica DeMay says
Hi Dominique- Yes, 5 waffles would be a big meal which is why I consider it "safe". You can definitely try cassava flour, I think that would work great. As for a side, this time of year I would say roasted veggies, green beans, carrots, whatever you like. In the warmer months a salad or fresh veggies cut. Hope you love these!
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Alison Rhone says
Could I bake them in the oven? If so, what temperature, and for how long? Thanks!
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Genia says
Excited to try! I love the idea of savory waffles.
Do you think coconut flour would work well as a substitute?Reply
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Genia! I think so, but use only 2-3 tablespoons. Hope you love them!
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Kara says
Hello! Made these Salmon Waffles tonight and they got a 5 star rating from my whole family. We served ours with a good homemade ranch instead of mayo. We also had roasted baby brussels.
I just wanted to come back and comment because this recipe was that good. So easy to prepare, quick and a great clean up. I would never have thought to use my (barely used)waffle maker for savory waffles!
We are Paleo newbies and I have several meals from Jay's Baking Me Crazy lined up to make.
Thank you!Reply
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Kara! Thanks for trying them and I'm so glad everyone loved them! I use my waffle iron to make savory waffles more than sweet 🙂 Thanks- I hope you find many more recipes you love!
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Lindsey says
These look delicious! Are there any other flours you would also recommend for it? Or if I’m in a real “don’t want to go to the store” bind could I just use AP flour? Thank you!
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Jessica DeMay says
Hi Lindsey- that will work! Enjoy!
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Jan says
This looks looks like something I would like to try! How much garlic powder in place of the garlic oil?
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Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Jan. I would say about 1 teaspoon.
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Teresa Gieschen says
I made these tonight and they are delicious! Easy to put together and perfect for when you want something quick, easy but yummy! Can't wait to try the crab cakes!
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cakespy says
OMG these sound so delicious. And I love the clever and fun presentation in waffle form!
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Jessica DeMay says
Thanks! They are a nice change 🙂
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