The Perfect Summer Salmon Burger

Anything on the grill for summer is always a great idea and with this recipe you can feed a crowd with lean, clean protein from Safe Catch Salmon. Salmon burgers are also a great addition to any barbecue or gathering. They can be made in advance, refrigerated and grilled along with your favorite hamburgers, sausages or chicken. This recipe is the perfect “base” salmon burger recipe for beginners or a starting point – giving you the opportunity to make it your own!!

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Summer Salmon Burger

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Serves:

4-6

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

8-10 mins

Summer Salmon Burger

Ingredients

Burger Ingredients

3 Cans of Safe Catch Wild Alaskan Salmon
2 Teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 Egg
2 Shallots (or white onion), Peeled and Cut into Chunks
½ Cup Coarse Bread Crumbs – we like panko bread crumbs for this recipe
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
½ Tablespoon Onion Powder
Salt and Pepper to Taste
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil or Butter
4-6 Buns of Choice
4-6 Slices of Cheese of Choice – we like pepper jack or Swiss
Toppings of Choice

Tools you'll need

Medium Mixing Bowl
Small Bowl
Measuring Cups & Spoons
Spatula
Aluminum Foil
Cooking Spray
Egg Ring (Nice to have)
Knife
Cutting Board
Indoor or Outdoor Grill

Instructions

Begin by dicing your shallot (or onion) and placing it in the mixing bowl
Next, crack your egg and beat egg in separate bowl, then add to your mixing bowl
Add dry spices and Dijon mustard to the egg and onion mixture. Mix until incorporated
Open each can of Safe Catch Salmon and flake the fish in the can (Do Not drain), then pour each into mixing bowl
Fold in your bread crumps in the bowl with a spatula until evenly mixed together (set aside for 5 mins)
Preheat grill on high, then fold a single sheet of aluminum foil in half to create a double layer, to cover the grill grate
Coat foil generously with cooking spray
Use a 1/3 cup to scoop salmon burger mix and either form by hand or place inside an egg ring to create the classic burger shape
Cook each side 4-5 minutes on grill, or until golden brown
Add cheese before removing from grill

SERVING SUGGESTION

Toast your buns for an added crunch and top your salmon burgers with your favorite toppings. We love this recipe because it’s so versatile – the salmon adds so much flavor and tons of lean, clean protein!

This recipe could easily be adjusted to include your favorite seasonings too! Think of this recipe as the “starter” for YOUR favorite Salmon Summer Burger.

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