Next, figure out how many calories you burn through daily activity and add that number to your BMR. This gives you an estimate of how many calories you need to maintain your current weight. After you've figured out your maintenance calories, next figure out what percentage of your diet will come from protein.
This is one of the fastest and easiest ways to put leftover salmon (or any fish, for that matter) to work â and it's also my favorite. Grab a few corn tortillas, chop up some toppings â avocado, red onion, pickled radish, mango, and cilantro all pair well here â and make some tacos for a quick dinner.
4. Make salmon burgers or patties. Fish cakes and burgers are a fun and super delicious way to give leftover salmon new life. Enjoy them on a bun or keep things light with a dressed salad. Get a Recipe. Salmon Burgers with Lime Mayonnaise. Salmon Cakes with Creamy Garlic Sauce.