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Baked salmon loaf with fresh herbs and creamy sauce on a green stone board, perfect for a salmon loaf recipe with canned salmon.

Classic Salmon Loaf Recipe with Canned Salmon

This easy-to-follow recipe transforms canned salmon into a savory loaf, blending it with bread crumbs, fresh herbs, and seasonings. It’s a comforting and nutritious meal, ideal for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (14.75 oz) Salmon drained and flaked (remove skin & bones as desired)
  • 2 cups soft bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup low-fat milk
  • 2 large fresh eggs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dry dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf Pan or Baking Pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Drain the salmon, reserving 2 tablespoons of the liquid. In a large bowl, combine the flaked salmon, reserved liquid, bread crumbs, diced onion, milk, eggs, parsley, lemon juice, dill weed, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Press the mixture into a well-greased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch loaf pan, or form it into a loaf shape on a greased baking pan.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Ensure the loaf is thoroughly cooked through. For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce to the mixture or serving with a simple cream sauce.