Salmon patties are our secret weapon for quick, tasty meals. We love how easy they are to whip up, and they always impress. Reminds us of that one Saturday when we tossed together salmon patties, thinking we’d just clean out the fridge.
Little did we know, they turned into a delicious masterpiece served with our favorite sides! Finding the right accompaniments can transform your feast from basic to brilliant. From zesty salads to crunchy fries, there are plenty of options to mix things up.
Ready to discover some fantastic side dishes? Here’s our scoop on the best flavors to serve alongside those scrumptious salmon patties. Your dinner plate will be smiling in no time!
Why Consider Serving Side Dishes with Salmon Patties?
Salmon patties in themselves are not difficult to make, but it is not as delicious if without a side dish.
Of course, it is packed with nutrients, but another dish that compliments the taste of the patty adds to not only the health aspect but also the taste factor.
Typically, salmon patties are deep-fried or seared.
Hence, it is best to serve it with a salad of some sort.
But there are many side dishes you can come up with.
What to Serve with Salmon Patties? 7 BEST Side Dishes
Below we’ve listed 7 of the best side dishes to go with Salmon Patties, in our opinion.
1 – Garlic Infused Sweet Potato Fries
The crunchy and crispy sweet fried potatoes add the perfect texture to your salmon patties.
You can add the garlic oil, garlic dip or a sprinkle of fried garlic to sweet potato fries for the best results.
There’s nothing much you need to do with these fries.
You can chop them up, drizzle some oil and garlic flakes and throw them in the oven for a healthier alternative.
Or you can deep fry them and then add the flavorings.
Get as creative as you want with the seasonings.
We recommend adding Parmesan cheese on top for the best flavor.
You can also add some dips like mustard, sriracha or mayo for a full Hurst of flavor.
2 – Fresh Assorted Salad
Salmon is an excellent source of nutrition for your body, and it is packed with fatty acids like Omega 3.
If you are keen on making this an even healthier meal than it already is, salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, so you already know it’s good for your body.
If you want to continue this healthy streak, you can serve it with a simple, fresh salad.
The savory and crunchy Salmon patty with the fresh veggies will be a burst of textures in your mouth.
The best combination, according to us, is tomato, bell peppers, Chinese cabbage, spring online and chili.
You can drizzle some olive oil and sprinkle some salt for taste.
This option is not only great as a nutritious meal, but it looks picture perfect.
3 – Stir-fried or Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are versatile.
You can bake, stir fry or roast your brussels sprouts and add any seasoning you want.
Many people detest brussels sprouts, but you need to try this pairing, and perhaps it will change your mind.
The key is to cook them the right amount- not too much and not too little.
Also, we recommend coating them generously in olive oil to be evenly cooked all around.
You can even add your concoction of spices to bring out the flavor.
4 – Sautéed Vegetables
If you are looking for an easy and quick side dish that takes little to no effort to make, this is the perfect side dish.
You don’t have to rack your brain to find the perfect recipe.
Just chop up some vegetables of your choice, sautee them on a pan, and make sure not to overcook them.
The crunchy texture of the vegetables will go so well with the salmon patties.
You can sprinkle some salt and pepper for taste or even add a clove or two chopped garlic when the vegetables are in the pan.
5 – Sweet Corn with Red Pepper Flakes and Butter
Sweet corn sounds like an unlikely pairing with salmon, but they go well together.
The key is to coat the sweet corn in rich flavors to balance the sweetness.
You can add black pepper or red pepper flakes along with a generous dollop of butter on your sweet corn.
There is so much you can do with sweet corn; you can even add it to a bowl of salad for the taste.
They are just the best to eat side by side a crisp salmon patty.
6 – Soft and Spongy Dinner Rolls
You can cut up your dinner rolls and make a mini salmon patty burger to make a more filling meal.
You can add some vegetables and even sauces of your choice if you want, and they’re good to be eaten on the side dipped in some curry as well.
You can choose to make your dinner rolls and use your recipe to get the softest bread.
Or, if you don’t want to take the trouble of baking dinner rolls, you can buy some at your local store.
The upside to making your dinner rolls is that you can mix and match spices that will compliment the taste of your salmon patty.
7 – Garlic Roasted Carrots
This is perhaps the easiest but the tastiest side dish for a salmon patty. You only need 1-2 ingredients.
The chopped garlic infused in the oil brings out the flavor of the carrot wells.
The soft crunch of the roasted carrots is an excellent addition to the salmon patties.
You can make this recipe your own by adding whatever seasoning you want.
You can keep it simple with just the garlic and salt or add seasoning like red pepper flakes and black pepper.
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