Published 7/9/2024 I hope you’re about to make these salmon burgers because you WILL NOT be disappointed. They’re a favorite healthy dinner idea in our house, and we know you will love them too! Jazz up a weeknight dinner, or wow your dinner guests tonight by using salmon instead of regular ol’ beef. To make these bad boys, you’ll need to prepare the sriracha aioli, make your salmon patties, and cook however you prefer. We’ve got instructions for grilling, stovetop, and oven cooking down below. Serve them on a bun or over a bed of greens — either way, these Lemon Dill Salmon Burgers are gonna change yo LIFE.
What You Need for the BEST Salmon Burgers Recipe
Siracha aioli: We made our aioli with Greek yogurt and cream cheese as the base, accompanied by sriracha, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Fresh salmon: What makes these salmon burgers so much different from our salmon patties recipe is that they are made with FRESH salmon, not cooked salmon. This is what makes them so tender and flakey, and we wouldn’t have it any other way! Almond meal: Almond meal is a must for binding the salmon. We love the subtly nutty flavor it gives to this salmon burger recipe. It’s a nice change from the classic breadcrumbs. Flavors: This salmon recipe is jam-packed with all the fresh flavors like garlic, dill, shallots, salt, and pepper. Food processor: The food processor is KEY to making a super smooth and even salmon burger.
Can I use breadcrumbs instead of almond meal?
Yes, you can! Almond meal adds a nice nutty flavor and is a great gluten-free option, but breadcrumbs will work just as well if that’s what you have on hand. Just make sure to use a food processor to blend all the ingredients together evenly.
How to Make Lemon Dill Salmon Burgers
Cooking salmon burgers is much like making regular burgers, but there are a few tricks to making sure they turn out perfectly every time. Here’s how to make this easy salmon burger recipe:
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Salmon burger internal temp:
According to the FDA, the internal temperature of salmon should be at least 145ºF. Our recommendation would be to take the burgers off of the heat source at 140ºF and let them sit for 5 minutes so they can continue raising in temperature by 5ºF more. Preheat your grill to 400ºF. Place a piece of tin foil on the grill and spray it with olive oil cooking spray. Place salmon patties on the grill and cover. Grill for 4-6 minutes, flip, and let cook for another 4-6 minutes, and then remove from heat. On the stove: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and generously spray with olive oil cooking spray. When olive oil is fragrant, place salmon patties in the pan and cover. Let cook for 4-6 minutes on each side, and then remove from heat. In the oven: Line a baking sheet with tin foil and spray it with olive oil cooking spray. Place salmon burgers on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes at 400ºF, flipping burger patties halfway through.
Storage Directions
We recommend storing the salmon patties, sriracha aioli, and toppings separately in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. These salmon burgers can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Best Sides for Salmon Burgers
If you’re wondering what to serve with salmon burgers, we’ve got plenty of tasty ideas for you! These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries would taste bomb with some ranch dressing. We also recommend this Fresh Caprese Quinoa Salad or a side of Rainbow Grilled Vegetables for a balanced meal. Thermoworks Thermapen You also can’t go wrong with Instant Pot Baked Beans or this delicious Pineapple Coleslaw for some backyard BBQ vbes.
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