Easy High Protein Air Fryer Salmon Patties - Ready in 20 Minutes

Curated Recipe Originally by Skinnytaste Added: December 16, 2025 Updated: Feb 1, 2026

Looking for muscle recovery? This satisfying dinner packs 33.5g of protein to keep you strong. The recipe highlights egg (complete protein with essential amino acids) and onion (prebiotic fiber supporting a healthy microbiome). With a solid gut health profile, this dish offers digestive benefits. Naturally gluten-free, low-carb.

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๐Ÿ’ช 33.5g protein per serving
โšก 314 cal - balanced portion
๐Ÿฆ  Gut Score 75 - microbiome friendly
๐Ÿฅ— 10+ whole ingredients

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B 75/100

Gut Health Score AI Analysis

"This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids reducing gut inflammation. Notable benefits include omega-3 rich fish, nutrient-dense eggs, and prebiotic alliums. Consider that this contains mayonnaise (typically seed oil), which some people may want to limit."

omega-3 rich fish nutrient-dense eggs prebiotic alliums anti-inflammatory olive oil mayonnaise (typically seed oil)
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Prep Time
5 min
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Cook Time
10 min
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Servings
3
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Difficulty
Easy
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Allergen Information

This recipe may contain the following allergens:

๐Ÿฅš Eggs ๐ŸŸ Fish ๐ŸŒพ Wheat/Gluten

Always check ingredient labels if you have food allergies. When in doubt, consult the original recipe source.

๐Ÿ“ BetterEats Summary

Gut Health Score: B (75/100)

This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids reducing gut inflammation. Notable benefits include omega-3 rich fish, nutrient-dense eggs, and prebiotic alliums. Consider that this contains mayonnaise (typically seed oil), which some people may want to limit.

โœ“ omega-3 rich fish โœ“ nutrient-dense eggs โœ“ prebiotic alliums โœ— mayonnaise (typically seed oil)

Nutrition (per serving): 314 cal ยท 33.5g protein ยท 9.5g carbs ยท 14.5g fat

large eggs /4 cup chopped red onion /4 cup chopped dill mayo Dijon mustard Old Bay seasoning cooked or canned wild salmon, flaked /2 cup panko olive oil spray lemon wedges, for serving

๐Ÿฆ  Gut Health Score

B

This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids reducing gut inflammation. Notable benefits include omega-3 rich fish, nutrient-dense eggs, and prebiotic alliums. Consider that this contains mayonnaise (typically seed oil), which some people may want to limit.

This score is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

โœ“ omega-3 rich fish โœ“ nutrient-dense eggs โœ“ prebiotic alliums โœ“ anti-inflammatory olive oil โœ— mayonnaise (typically seed oil)

Gut Health Grading Scale:

A = Excellent B = Good C = Moderate D = Low F = Poor

Based on anti-inflammatory ingredients, fiber content, fermented foods, and avoiding processed ingredients & seed oils.

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition Facts (per serving)

314
calories
33.5g
protein
9.5g
carbs
14.5g
fat

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