Description
Delicious and easy-to-make salmon burgers paired with a creamy, tangy herb slaw. These salmon burgers are pan-fried to a golden crisp and served atop a refreshing yogurt-based cabbage slaw, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salmon Burgers
- 12–14 ounces cooked salmon (canned or fresh, flaked)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or dill)
- A squeeze of lemon juice
- Olive oil for pan-frying
Slaw
- 1 head green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2–3 tablespoons white distilled vinegar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill)
- A drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Burgers: Flake the cooked salmon into a bowl, then add the eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder, chopped herbs, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Mix everything together until well combined. Shape the mixture into 3 large or 4 medium-sized patties.
- Pan-Fry the Burgers: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the salmon patties into the skillet and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels and sprinkle them lightly with salt.
- Prepare the Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the finely shredded cabbage, Greek yogurt, white distilled vinegar, salt, garlic powder, chopped herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. Mix thoroughly and taste to adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble and Serve: Serve the warm salmon burgers on a generous bed of the creamy herb slaw. For extra flavor, top with a dollop of additional Greek yogurt, a swirl of olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Enjoy immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Canned salmon works well for this recipe if you prefer a quicker preparation or don’t have fresh salmon on hand.
- Adjust vinegar in the slaw to your preference for tanginess.
- Use fresh herbs to enhance the flavor both in burgers and slaw.
- Make sure the skillet is well-heated before frying for a nice crust on the patties.
- These burgers can be served with buns if desired, although the slaw alone makes a great fresh base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: salmon burgers, salmon patties, pan-fried salmon burger, creamy slaw, healthy seafood burger, easy salmon recipe
