Description
These crispy salmon sliders with lemon arugula slaw are the perfect balance of crunch and freshness. Easy to make in just 25 minutes, they’re a delicious seafood delight for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 2 fresh salmon fillets, skin removed
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Lemon Arugula Slaw:
- 1 cup arugula, chopped
- ½ cup red cabbage, shredded
- ½ cup carrots, grated
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
For Assembly:
- 4–6 slider buns, toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat dry salmon fillets and cut them into slider-sized portions.
- Bread the Salmon: Whisk egg and Dijon mustard in a bowl. In another dish, mix panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Dip each salmon piece in the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- Make the Slaw: In a large bowl, mix arugula, red cabbage, and carrots. In a separate bowl, whisk lemon juice, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, and green onions. Pour dressing over slaw and toss.
- Assemble the Sliders: Toast the slider buns. Place a salmon piece on the bottom bun, top with slaw, then cover with the top bun. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the salmon coating.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and slider buns.
- Dairy-Free: Swap mayonnaise for dairy-free yogurt or a tahini dressing.
- Herbaceous Twist: Add fresh dill or cilantro to the slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches, Seafood
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Salmon sliders, crispy salmon, seafood sandwich, arugula slaw, quick dinner