Canned salmon is the ingredient hero that saves you time in this zesty, satisfying weeknight recipe.

Stocking up on canned salmon guarantees a speedy dinner with minimal effort.

Exhibit A: this scrumptious salmon cakes recipe.

0424DINN-Chili-Lime Salmon Cakes with Arugula Salad

Photo:Jennifer Causey

Lime juice-dressed arugula, and astir-together aioli, a garlic-spiked mayonnaise sauce, are the finishing touches.

Craving the heat but dont have any chile-garlic sauce on hand?

Try sriracha, harissa, sambal oelek, or a few dashes of hot sauce instead.

Conversely, if you don’t like spicy foods, just leave it out!

This recipe was developed by Marianne Williams.

Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons water as needed to reach drizzling consistency.

Refrigerate until ready to use.

Flake salmon into chunks with a fork.

Fold gently to combine all ingredients.

Form salmon mixture into 8 patties.

Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium.

Add 4 patties; cook until golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Place patties on a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.

Repeat with 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and remaining patties.

Place arugula in a large bowl.

Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, 1/2 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss to coat.

Serve salad with salmon patties, lime wedges, and mayonnaise mixture for drizzling.

Preheat air fryer to 400F for 5 minutes.

Spray 4 patties with cooking spray; place in basket.

Cook until golden brown on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes per side.

Repeat with remaining patties.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.