The Best Salmon Burgers Recipe
These flavorful salmon burgers are a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Made with fresh salmon and a blend of herbs and spices, they are perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
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Salmon Burger:
- 1 1/4 pounds salmon filet, skinless and pin bones removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Herb Aioli:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained and roughly chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped dill or basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped scallions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 brioche buns
- Butter or bib lettuce leaves or arugula
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- To Make the Salmon Burger – Add salmon, mustard, mayonnaise, shallot, capers, lemon juice, dill, salt, pepper, and cayenne to a food processor. Pulse until coarsely ground. Transfer to a bowl, add breadcrumbs, and mix. Form into patties and chill.
- To Make the Herb Aioli – Combine mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, capers, dill, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate.
- On the Grill – Grill patties for 4 minutes per side. Toast buns. Serve.
- On the Stovetop – Cook patties in oil for 3-4 minutes per side. Toast buns. Serve.
- Air Fryer Salmon Burgers – Cook patties in air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes per side. Serve on buns with aioli and toppings.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your preferences, such as adding pickles or jalapenos.
- For a crispy exterior, you can coat the patties in panko breadcrumbs before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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