SALMON CAKES WITH GREENS

Salmon Cakes with Greens image

Provided by Marge Perry

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped shallots
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, divided
1/2 cup lowfat buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, finely chopped
2 egg whites
5 tablespoons drained capers
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoon olive oil
8 cups mixed greens

Steps:

Combine mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon shallots, 1 teaspoon mustard, buttermilk and juice in a bowl; set aside. Combine salmon, egg whites, remaining 1/4 cup shallots, capers, breadcrumbs, remaining 1 tsp mustard, salt and pepper in another bowl; mix well; shape into eight 3-inch-round patties. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon cakes until bottom is golden, about 6 minutes; flip and cook until golden, 5 minutes more. Toss greens with half the buttermilk mixture; divide salad among 4 plates; top each with 2 salmon cakes. Serve with remaining dressing on the side.