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Oven-Baked Retro Salmon Loaf

This old-school salmon loaf is simple, savory, and surprisingly satisfying. Made with pantry staples and baked until lightly golden, it slices beautifully and delivers a tender, flavorful bite with just the right amount of texture—true comfort food with a nostalgic twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 389 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans pink salmon drained and flaked
  • 1 cup saltine crackers finely crushed
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup onion finely minced
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil; lightly grease.
  • Mix crackers, eggs, milk, onion, parsley, and seasoning until combined.
  • Gently fold in salmon until just combined.
  • Shape into a loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
  • Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges or a simple creamy sauce. Add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of paprika to the mixture for extra flavor if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 389kcalCarbohydrates: 24.5gProtein: 39.3gFat: 15.8gSaturated Fat: 4.1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 675mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 2g
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