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Lemon Butter Salmon Muffins

Delicious Lemon Butter Salmon Muffins for Quick Snacking

Lemon Butter Salmon Muffins are a delicious, healthy, and gluten-free snack perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup canned salmon drained and flaked
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh
  • 2 large eggs well-beaten
  • 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs e.g., dill or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook fresh salmon or drain canned salmon and flake it.
  2. Melt butter and whisk in lemon juice, lemon zest, and beaten eggs.
  3. In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, herbs, garlic powder, and salt.
  4. Fold salmon into the wet mixture, then gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Spoon the mixture into a greased muffin tin and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Let cool, garnish if desired, and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Great to serve with a crisp green salad or creamy avocado.

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