These salmon burgers are THE YUMMIEST! and made with just five ingredients. The best for a quick + easy high protein lunch or dinner.
It has a perfect golden color, crispy outsides, and flaky insides. It’s also very healthy, so THANK YOU SALMON.
Also, they’re simple to make and don’t require much, if any, grocery shopping if you keep your pantry well-stocked. I love, love, love these crispy pan-fried little guys.
The salmon burgers are tasty enough to eat by themselves, but I need you to make this slaw to go with them. It is simple: shredded cabbage, yogurt, herbs, garlic, and vinegar. But when you eat it with the salmon burgers, the crunchy, salty, and tangy taste goes SO well together.
Salmon burgers have become an increasingly popular meal option for many reasons. Not only do they taste great, but they are also full of protein and healthy omega-3s. Salmon burgers are easy to make during the week and look great on the weekend because there are so many ways to dress them up. Learn how to make, dress, and eat salmon burgers like a boss by reading on.
Selecting the Best Salmon for Burgers
The first step to salmon burger success is choosing a high-quality salmon fillet or canned salmon. Opt for wild-caught over farmed when buying fresh salmon. Look for salmon with firm, glossy flesh without any fishy or sour odor. For canned salmon go for a reputable brand like Wild Planet that sources sustainable salmon.
Canned salmon works great for burgers, is budget-friendly, and keeps forever in the pantry. However, fresh salmon makes for an extra flaky and tender burger. Leftover cooked salmon also does the trick The choice comes down to convenience, cost, and personal preference
Seasoning Your Salmon Burgers
A basic salmon burger patty contains salmon egg breadcrumbs or filler, and seasoning. Feel free to play around with global flavors and aromatics. Some tasty seasoning combos include
- Lemon, garlic powder, dill
- Chili powder, cumin, cilantro
- Ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil
- Curry powder, cilantro, lime
- Old Bay seasoning
After forming the patties, let them chill for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape better during cooking.
Cooking Up Perfect Salmon Burgers
To yield crispy, golden brown salmon burgers, pan-fry them in olive oil or canola oil over medium-high heat. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side depending on thickness. Salmon burgers taste best hot and fresh from the pan.
However, you can also bake them in the oven or grill them outdoors. If you’re going to grill, make sure the salmon patties are greased and the grill is hot and clean.
Picking the Perfect Buns and Condiments
Now for the fun part – topping your salmon burgers! There are so many flavorful and creative ways to dress them up.
For the bun, we love brioche, potato rolls, or whole grain options. Ciabatta, focaccia, lettuce wraps, or gluten-free bread also work wonderfully.
Some of our favorite condiments and toppings include:
- Tartar sauce – Creamy, tangy, and classic
- Remoulade – A zesty French sauce with capers, pickles, and herbs
- Pesto – Brings big, herby flavor
- Guacamole – For a Mexican twist
- Chili lime mayo – Spicy, creamy, and refreshing
- Quick-pickle red onions – For a bright, acidic crunch
Don’t be afraid to pile fresh veggies on your salmon burgers too. Lettuce, tomato, avocado, roasted red peppers – anything goes! Add cheese if you please.
Serving Suggestions Beyond Burgers
While salmon burgers taste amazing in bun form, you can also enjoy them in creative ways:
- On a salad over greens instead of meat protein
- Over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- Tacos with cabbage slaw and salsa
- Power bowls with grains and veggies
- On zucchini noodles or sweet potato noodles
- Open faced on toast, crackers, or flatbread
So however you choose to enjoy your salmon burgers, be sure to cook them hot and fresh, lather them with fun toppings, and accompany them with plenty of vegetables and side dishes. This powerhouse patty pairs well with so many flavors and textures. Now get to the kitchen and turn basic salmon into craveable, gourmet salmon burgers!
Salmon Burgers: Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! But this recipe is meant to be made with cooked salmon. Just just be sure to cook and flake your salmon before mixing it all up. Don’t know how to cook salmon? We’ve got you covered!.
Yup! I would probably mix and form them into patties, and then freeze. They should be ready to cook when you take them out of the freezer and put them in a pan. Just cook them a little longer so they’re hot all the way through.
These will keep for about 3 days in the fridge, and 3 months in the freezer.
You should make sure these are cooked to at least 160 degrees in the middle since the only raw ingredient is egg (thank you, cooked salmon!).
Easy! Swap in the breadcrumbs for GF breadcrumbs or almond flour.
Just switch out the slaw dressing and you’ll be golden! Highly recommend this 5 Minute Sunshine Sauce.
Sure thing! Just make sure your grill grates are nice and hot and well-oiled.
How You’ll Make These Salmon Burgers Happen
What I love about this recipe is that it’s not just pantry-friendly, but also omg-it’s-5pm-and-I-need-dinner-now friendly. Here’s what you’re going to do.
- Gather all the ingredients for the salmon burger in a bowl. Then, make patties out of them (this should make 3–4!).
- Heat some oil in a pan and add the salmon patties. Cook each side until it’s brown and crispy.
- Toss your slaw ingredients together in a bowl.
- Put your tasty salmon burgers on top of a bed of crunchy slaw.
Ta da! You’re done.
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FAQ
What does a salmon burger taste like?
Are salmon burgers healthy for weight loss?
Do salmon burgers have to be well done?
How do you eat salmon burgers?
Our newest favorite way to eat salmon is patted into a patty, seasoned and pan-fried until lightly crispy. There are endless ideas for how to accessorize salmon burgers into a sandwich: and we want to eat them all. We’ve got our favorite classic way to serve them, then lots of other variations on a theme.
Is eating salmon beneficial?
Salmon is beneficial for health and is part of a healthy and balanced diet. Salmon has vitamin D, healthy fats, calcium, selenium, iodine, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, and protein.
How do you make salmon burgers taste better?
lemon juice – fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor of salmon. parsley – use fresh for the best flavor. sea salt and black pepper – to bring all the flavors together. hamburger buns or lettuce leaves – my go-to is whole wheat hamburger buns, but feel free to use your favorite burger bun!
Can you make salmon burgers from canned salmon?
The great thing about salmon burgers is they are both quick and easy to make. And they can actually be quite economical too. I use canned sockeye salmon for my burgers. Canned salmon is much easier on the pocketbook than fresh salmon and you can store it in your pantry so it’s available whenever you need.
What to serve with salmon burgers?
Here’s what we’d serve with these tasty salmon burgers to make them a meal: Potato wedges or fries: Keep it simple with sweet potato wedges, potato wedges, or frozen fries. Easy green salad: Go for a salad recipe like arugula salad, chopped salad, goat cheese salad, Caesar salad, or kale salad.
How do you make a salmon burger?
FINELY Dice the Salmon. This step is very important! Combine All the Ingredients. Mix with a fork. Form Patties. Refrigerate the patties for at least 15 minutes. Prepare the Sauce. Refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. Cook the Burgers. Serve as desired on hamburger buns with fresh dill sauce, and DIG IN! What Do You Put On a Salmon Burger?