A delicious twist on traditional burgers, these salmon burgers are packed with flavor and topped with refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Author:Alex Lee
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Pan-frying
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2–3 tablespoons minced green onions
1 cup chopped parsley leaves and tender stems
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground sumac
0.5 teaspoon sweet paprika
0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Kosher salt, to taste
1/3 cup unseasoned bread crumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, halved
Tzatziki sauce
Baby arugula
1 tomato, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
Toasted buns (ciabatta or whole wheat)
Instructions
Place about one-quarter of the salmon and Dijon mustard into a food processor. Process until it forms a smooth paste. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
Add the remaining salmon to the food processor and pulse a few times until coarsely chopped, retaining some texture. Combine this with the paste in the mixing bowl.
Incorporate green onions, parsley, coriander, sumac, paprika, black pepper, and a generous pinch of kosher salt into the salmon mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and spread bread crumbs on a plate. Divide the chilled mixture into four equal portions and shape each into 1-inch thick patties. Coat each side of the patties by pressing into the bread crumbs. Place the breaded patties on the parchment-lined pan.
Heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place patties into the oil and cook, flipping once, until medium-rare and golden brown on both sides, approximately 2 to 4 minutes total. Maintain temperature to avoid burning crumbs. Internal temperature should reach 115–120°F (46–49°C).
Transfer cooked patties to paper towels to remove excess oil. Lightly season with salt and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Spread tzatziki sauce on toasted buns. Layer with salmon patties, baby arugula, tomato slices, and red onion slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure the salmon is fresh for the best flavor.
Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences.
Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.