Fresh Salmon Burgers with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

Fresh Salmon Burgers with Lemon Yogurt Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    151

Elevate your burger game with these delectable salmon burgers, reminiscent of crab cakes but crafted with fresh, coarsely chopped salmon. Grilling brings out their delicate flavor, while a zesty lemon yogurt sauce adds a creamy tang. The key to perfection? Avoid over-processing the salmon for a juicy, unforgettable bite.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    30 g
  • Cholesterol
    145 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    38 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    793 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Salmon Burgers: Using a sharp knife, coarsely chop the salmon into 1/8- to 1/4-inch pieces. This is crucial for texture. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, gently combine the chopped salmon with the beaten eggs, parsley, green onions, lemon juice, bread crumbs, seafood seasoning, salt, and pepper. Use your hands for the best consistency, being careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Divide the mixture into eight equal portions and shape each into patties approximately 1/2-inch thick and 3 1/2 inches in diameter. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 hrs Cover the patties and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours. This allows the burgers to firm up and prevents them from falling apart during grilling. (30 minutes - 4 hours)

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Recipe View 10 mins Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Brush the salmon patties with olive oil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 6 mins Grill the patties, turning carefully once, until cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). (4-6 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Lemon Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, green onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Assemble the Burgers: Serve the grilled salmon burgers on toasted brioche buns, topped with a generous dollop of the lemon yogurt sauce and a handful of fresh arugula. (5 minutes)

For optimal flavor, use wild-caught salmon if possible.
Don't overwork the salmon mixture; gentle mixing is key to a tender burger.
If you don't have a grill, you can pan-fry the burgers in a skillet over medium heat.
Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices in the salmon mixture, such as dill, chives, or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
The lemon yogurt sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 50 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Deven Abbott

    My family loved these! Even my picky eater devoured them. I added a little dill to the salmon mixture and it was delicious.

  • Laverna Dibbert

    These were surprisingly easy to make and tasted fantastic! The lemon yogurt sauce is a must.

  • Verdie Luettgen

    I found the recipe easy to follow, and the burgers were cooked perfectly. I will be making these again.

  • Manley Leffler

    The burgers were a bit delicate, but the chilling time helped a lot. I'll definitely be making these again!

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