Salmon Cakes with Creamy Citrus Sauce

Portion Size: 3 oz. and 2 tablespoons sauce

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
4 cups, water packed salmon drained and flaked
1 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup minced onionsWash, peel and mince
1/2 cup red bell pepperWash, trim and chop finely
3 eggs 
1 cup nonfat milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup oil
Sauce:1/2 cup light mayonnaise1/4 cup light sour cream2 tablespoons nonfat milk1 teaspoon lime zest1/4 cup fresh lime juice1/4 teaspoon ground cuminOr use lemon zest and lemon juiceOr use orange zest and orange juice

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large bowl toss together salmon, bread crumbs, onions, eggs, nonfat milk bread crumbs, salt and red pepper
2Shape mixture into 8 patties
3In a large nonstick skillet heat oil.  Sauté patties, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per sideCook until internal temperature reaches 165° F for 15 seconds. Keep warm 
4For sauce, in a small combine mayonnaise, milk, lime juice, lime zest and cumin 
5For each serving, spoon over sauce. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates