Salmon Burgers with Avocado Garlic Sauce Recipe
Delicious and healthy Salmon Burgers made with wild-caught salmon, fresh herbs, and almond flour, pan-fried to perfection. Served with a creamy, zesty avocado garlic sauce, these burgers are perfect for a nutritious meal that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 small patties (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Salmon Burgers
- 12 ounces wild-caught salmon, baked and chopped (may substitute canned)
- 1/2 large lemon, juiced (~2 tablespoons) + ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small shallot, minced (may substitute 2 cloves garlic, minced)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (may substitute 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or ghee/clarified butter
Avocado Garlic Sauce
- 1 medium avocado, halved and pit removed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (may substitute 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine baked and chopped salmon, lemon juice and zest, minced shallot, sliced green onions, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, eggs, and almond flour. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated. If the mixture feels too wet, gradually add additional almond flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together well.
- Form Patties: Shape the salmon mixture into 8 small patties. Handle carefully since patties may fall apart before cooking. If not cooking immediately, refrigerate the patties for up to 24 hours to help them firm up.
- Heat the Pan: Heat coconut oil or ghee in a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Cook the Salmon Patties: Place the patties carefully into the hot pan. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until patties are cooked through and have a golden crust. Listen for a sizzle when placing patties in the pan, indicating the oil is at the right temperature.
- Make the Avocado Garlic Sauce (Optional): In a food processor or blender, combine avocado, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the salmon burgers on buns, on a bed of lettuce greens, or wrapped in lettuce leaves. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a dollop of avocado garlic sauce on top if desired.
Notes
- If using canned salmon, ensure it is well drained before mixing.
- Almond flour helps bind the patties but can be substituted with panko or regular flour if not avoiding gluten.
- Handle patties gently to prevent breaking before cooking.
- The avocado garlic sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- For extra crispiness, cook patties in a cast-iron skillet.
- Salmon burgers can be served with your favorite toppings such as sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, or pickles.
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