Gourmet Salmon Burgers

Ingredients

• Salmon fillets (1 pound, skinless)
• Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup, preferably whole wheat)
• Green onions (2, finely chopped)
• Dill (2 tablespoons, fresh, chopped)
• Lemon zest (1 teaspoon)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons, for cooking)
• Mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
• Lettuce (4 leaves, romaine or butter lettuce)
• Tomato (1, sliced)
• Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
• Burger buns (4, whole grain or brioche)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, pulse the salmon fillets until coarsely chopped, being careful not to over-process.
2. Transfer the chopped salmon to a mixing bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick.
4. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the salmon patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. While the patties are cooking, you can toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a skillet until lightly golden.
6. Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a salmon patty, followed by a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, and several rings of red onion. Place the top half of the bun on each burger.
7. Serve the salmon burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.