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High-protein patty with omega-3, cooked in air fryer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Air fryer salmon potato patty (90 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 1.9 µg of B12 covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
164
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
10.6g
· 21% DV
Fat
7.6g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 26% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.6 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 164 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 100 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 273 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 270 g | 491 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
An air fryer salmon potato patty is made by combining cooked, flaked salmon with mashed potato and seasonings, shaping the mixture, then air-frying until browned. Chilling the mixture before shaping helps the patties hold together and makes them easier to handle.
Yes, canned salmon works well in an air fryer salmon potato patty. Drain it thoroughly and check for any bones before mixing it with the potato; taste the mixture before adding salt because canned salmon can already be salty.
An air fryer salmon potato patty usually falls apart when its mixture is too wet or warm, or when the patty is turned before it has browned. Drain the salmon well, cool the mixture, shape it firmly, and turn it gently.
Yes, using cooked salmon is the straightforward choice for an air fryer salmon potato patty. Flake the salmon before mixing it with the potato so it distributes evenly, and check carefully for bones.
To keep an air fryer salmon potato patty crispy, make sure the mixture is not wet, lightly coat the outside with oil, and leave space between patties in the basket. Serve them soon after cooking, since trapped steam softens the crust.
Yes, you can freeze an air fryer salmon potato patty either before or after cooking. Freeze the patties in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thawing them in the refrigerator helps them heat more evenly.
An air fryer salmon potato patty pairs well with lemon-dill yogurt sauce, tartar sauce, or a simple squeeze of lemon. A crisp salad or steamed vegetables also balance the rich salmon and soft potato.
An air fryer salmon potato patty made with cooked salmon is ready when it is hot throughout and its outside is browned. If you use raw salmon in the mixture, check the center with a food thermometer rather than relying only on the crust.
Yes, you can shape an air fryer salmon potato patty ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until cooking. Keeping the formed patties chilled helps them stay intact; cook them close to serving time for the crispest exterior.
Yes, an air fryer salmon potato patty provides omega-3 fats because it contains salmon. The amount varies with the type and quantity of salmon used, but air-frying does not require submerging the patty in oil.
Vitamins
B12
1.89µg · 79% DV
Vitamin D
5.49µg · 27% DV
B3
3.51mg · 22% DV
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
149mg · 21% DV
Sodium
261mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
369mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 164 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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An air fryer salmon potato patty combines cooked salmon with mashed or finely chopped potato, shaped into a patty and cooked in an air fryer. It is a convenient modern home-cooking take on the familiar fish cake, rather than a dish tied to one specific regional tradition. The outside turns lightly crisp while the centre stays soft, with the potato mellowing the salmon’s savoury flavour. Herbs, onion or a little lemon are common additions.
Serve it for lunch or dinner with a leafy salad, steamed vegetables or a yoghurt-based sauce; smaller patties also work well as a snack. Salmon makes it a source of protein and omega-3 fats, with 11.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with vegetables instead of a rich sauce.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.