This tasty and easy Salmon Burger recipe is not to be missed! Make these on a grill or stovetop, ditch the bun, and serve with mouthwatering Avocado Salsa. Salmon Burgers just got healthier!
When my husband tried this Salmon Burger recipe for the first time he said “Oh, wow!”. And that’s the perfect way to describe it. Flavorful, healthy and fresh, these cute little salmon burgers are a MUST TRY this summer.
You can cook these Salmon Burgers on the stove, using a non-stick grill skillet or on the outdoor grill for that extra smoky flavor. I have a Neoflam 11-Inch Eela Grill Pan, and it is the best skillet for stovetop grilling. The food NEVER sticks to the pan, and it’s so easy to clean. I usually cook these salmon burgers indoors, because I live in an apartment building and making BBQ on the balcony is prohibited. Oh well… 🙂
I always prefer to use fresh breadcrumbs over Panko. I believe they add much better texture and flavor. To make a cup of fresh breadcrumbs, just place 4 slices of slightly stale (or frozen!) bread in a food processor and process until breadcrumbs form. Italian or regular white bread will work the best for this recipe.
The ingredients are simple and other than the fish, you probably already have the rest of ingredients on hand.
INGREDIENTS FOR SALMON BURGERS:
- salmon filet (skin removed)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp mustard
- salt, pepper
- olive oil for greasing the pan or grill
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Chop the salmon fillet into small pieces (about 1/4 inch) and transfer it into a medium mixing bowl. (Check how to remove the salmon skin in 3 easy step here).
2. Gently stir in the rest of the ingredients. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes.
3. Heat a little oil in a large non-stick grill pan over medium heat. Divide the salmon mixture into 6 and form neat patties (I used a 1/2 cup as a measure). Fry/grill the patties until browned on both sides and just cooked through; about 4 minutes on each side.
Lastly, I suggest you don’t skip the Avocado Salsa. It is SO TASTY and it pairs very well with these Salmon Burgers. Even if you choose to serve these burgers on a bun, serve the salsa on the side or smash it slightly with a fork and spread it on the bun as well. Let me know how you enjoyed these tasty Salmon Burgers, friends!
WATCH HOW TO COOK SALMON BURGERS
- 1 lb salmon fillet (skin removed)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs (see note)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp mustard
- salt, pepper
- olive oil for greasing the pan or grill
- 1 large avocado, chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
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Chop the salmon fillet into small pieces (about 1/4 inch) and transfer it into a medium mixing bowl.
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Gently stir in the rest of the ingredients. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes.
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Heat a little oil in a large non-stick grill pan over medium heat. Divide the salmon mixture into 6 and form neat patties (I used a 1/2 cup as a measure). Fry/grill the patties until browned on both sides and just cooked through; about 4 minutes on each side.
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Combine all the salsa ingredients together and mix well.
Note: I prefer to use use fresh breadcrumbs, although you may use Panko instead. To make a cup of fresh breadcrumbs, just place 4 slices of slightly stale (at least one-day old) bread in a food processor and process until breadcrumbs form. Italian or regular white bread will work the best for this recipe.
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These were soooo good! My husband (who was pretty nervous about me making my own salmon burgers) was a big fan. Tasty, healthy, and filling. I didn’t change anything about the recipe, and I’ll be making it again soon.
Glad you liked it, this is what I love to hear!
These are perfect!
Hi, Tania
Salmon Burgers are very tasty, I like their taste, their meat is soft, slightly fat and sweet. Looks good, I’ll definitely cook for the whole family to enjoy this weekend. Thank you very much
This recipe was absolutely delicious! I made regular burgers for my husband too in case my first try on the recipe didn’t go well and he preferred these! I will be trying it with canned salmon tonight. I love the fresh salmon, but having an option for canned would be easy for a quick weeknight meal!
Great! Thanks for your feedback, Kathryn! I’ve got to try canned salmon too! 🙂
I was looking over this recipe and had a thought that I wanted to run by you. I know fresh is always best, but has anyone tried this with canned salmon? It looks like it would adapt well to the canned salmon. The cooking time would need to be adjusted, but other than that, I think it would work well. Thouhts?
Hi Jennifer! Although I have never tried it myself, I had people commenting that they’ve been successful with canned salmon and it works great too.
Hi!
This might be a very silly question – I’m making these tonight and just want to confirm that the salmon is uncooked when you break it up and mix in the ingredients? These have been on my to make list for SO long, very excited to finally make them 😀
Hi Siobhan!
Yes, the salmon is uncooked. Check out the video below the recipe and happy cooking! I am sure you’ll love these.
These look delicious! Was wondering for lunches at work, would they reheat in a microwave..? Or best to be eaten cold in that case?
Hi Sarah! I do not own/use microwave at all. So I would recommend enjoying these at room temperature. Or you can microwave 1 patty, to check how you like the results. 🙂
Hi!!!! I have made this recipe twice and everybody loves them. I mix some
Jalapeño because I like the heat, they were awesome. Thank you for share this recipe.
Thank you for sharing, Paulina! I am glad you enjoy these. Jalapenos sound like a great addition!
This recipe is outstanding. Made them for lunch and they were delicious.
Thanks, Liz!
Really excellent recipe! Served to housemates who loved them. You’re absolutely right, avocado salsa is essential
I added a touch of fresh chilli to the patties for some heat, and then served them on brioche buns with greek yoghurt
Thanks, Peter! A touch of chili sounds great!
I’ve made these 3 times, and love, love, love these! So good! My picky kids request even request them – totally unheard of!
Wow! That’s awesome, Tisha! I am glad your family loves these burgers!
Can something else be used besides Cilantro?
Use fresh parsley instead, Kathryn. Thanks!
Made these lovely burgers yesterday and everybody loved them. My four years old ate almost three burgers by himself. The salsa was a hit as well.
Thank you!
Thank you for the feedback, Hila! I am so glad you enjoyed the burgers!!!
Hi! These look amazing, filling and so healthy. My question, do you think the recipe would work if I omit the breadcrumbs? I’m trying to stay away from bread/grain but need to try this. Also, could I substitute with an avocado mayo. Thanks luv!
Hi Amanda! The bread acts as a binding agent. I still think you could omit it, but try to be extra careful and gentle when frying and flipping these. I would suggest adding at least a little oatmeal or fine cornmeal. I know you are staying away from grains, so it’s your decision to make. Let me know if you try it, this will be helpful to other readers.
Would almond flour or almond meal work in place of the breadcrumbs? These sound delish, but I’d like to substitute the breadcrumbs as well.
Hi Amber! I am not sure, but I think it should work. Please, let me know if you’ll make these. Thank you and happy cooking!
You can use almond “flour” I don’t recall the exact term but it’s finely ground almond. I use it as a binding agent when I make cauliflower pizza crust.
I’m doing a ketogenic diet. I use ground up Pork Rinds as bread Crumbs!
I just want to say that this is one of my favorite salmon recipes. I have made it time and time again. I make it for my parents when they visit. I make a batch, and since it is only hubby and me, we eat a couple and freeze the rest. I freaking love pulling out these super delicious burgers from my freezer ready to thaw and be heated up without any is prep from me! Crossing my fingers to find a perfect avocado or two for this dinner on Friday! I’m in Texas, so even though it’ll be the eve of Christmas Eve, we’re gonna BBQ them! Have a great holiday!
Hi Tarin! Thank you so much for sharing. I cook these burgers quite often too. They make an elegant and easy dinner, and all my friend love them. Especially with the avocado salsa. Hope you find the perfect avocado, and if you don’t – make a guacamole! Happy Holidays to you, my friend!
Love it! I just shared it on my Facebook page with a link back to your site for the recipe. Can’t wait to try this! Especially with the avocado salsa and a big heaping serving of fresh green salad!
That’s the best way to eat these! ENJOY!!!
Hey would the salsa stay until the next day
Hi April! Avocados turn black in a matter of hours. The salsa wouldn’t be good the next day.
Actually, with the lime acid they don’t brown! I had some leftover and they were fine 24 hours later. Scratch that, they were delicious! I love these burgers, so easy and sooooo good.
I’m not a cilantro fan. Would chopped parsley work instead? Suggestions??
Yes, feel free to use parsley instead, Susy! 🙂
Trying these for dinner tonight. Would you happen to know the nutrition facts?
Hi Amanda! I don’t have a nutritional info, but you are welcome to use an online calorie calculator, they provide all nutritional details there. Sorry, friend.
(Myfitnesspal app helps tremendously with these sort of things.)
Calories 135 fat 5.6 cholesterol 55 sodium 112 potassium 154 carbs 12 protein 10 vitamin c 118 ps I added a bell pepper 🙂
Hi I was just woundering. How much calories would you say is in 1 burger roughly
Hi Hanza! It’s about 220 calories per burger.
I am not a big fan of mayonnaise, is there something else I can use or would it be ok to leave it out entirely?
I’ve never made these burgers without mayo (you don’t feel the taste at all), but if you wish to you could substitute it with yogurt. The mayo helps to moisten the breadcrumbs and holds the burgers together, so I wouldn’t leave it out completely. Hope you’ll enjoy these burgers as much as I did! 🙂
These are great! Did them on the grill and now my carnivore neighbors want the recipe!
Thanks for sharing, Steve! I really love these burgers too!
Could you use canned salmon I wonder.
Hi Heather! Canned salmon will not work for this recipe. Sorry.
why can you not use canned salmon or salmon in a package?
Hi Sherry! You CAN use canned salmon if you wish. It will alter the taste and texture of the burgers a little, but you may still be happy with the result. I never use canned fish, that is why I do not recommend it.
I used canned (home canned, not from the store) it turned out pretty good 🙂
Great! Thanks for sharing, Jenn! 🙂
This recipe looks great! Can you make the patties the night before and refrigerate until ready to grill?
Hi Rae! Yes, you can refrigerate the salmon mixture overnight, and just form the patties and grill them the next day. 🙂
I feel so silly asking this question. I looked though all the comments to see if anyone else had asked. What tyoe if mustard did you use? Yellow or dijon? I thought maybe dijon but didn’t know. Thanks so much.
Hi Tammy! I used Dijon mustard, although yellow mustard would work too. Hope you’ll enjoy this recipe as much as I did! 🙂
I used Spicy Brown and they had a nice smooth flavor.
Hi these look DELICIOUS! Do you think you could make the burgers and freeze them then have them as something you could warm up individually in a skillet? kinda like a frozen blackbean burger or something?
I have never froze these before, Annie, but I assume that they will freeze well. 🙂
Thaw them in he fridge first, or they will stick to the pan. At least mine did. lesson learned (but then I turned the beat up “patties” into tacos and were also very yummy).
This recipe is a must try! Good share, Tania. 🙂
PS: I hope you to see you and your delicious recipes at our party at Fiesta Friday http://fiestafriday.net
Thanks, Jhuls! I’ll definitely join your Fiesta!
Hello, these look so good. What would you serve with this? I really want to try to make these, hopefully they come out right. Thank you for sharing
Hi Michelle! I actually serve these with A LOT of avocado salsa. 🙂 You may serve some rice or grilled veggies as well. I am sure they will come out right. Here is a link to a video-recipe: https://www.facebook.com/cooktoria/videos/482950928569384/
I know this is going to be a dumb question, but is the salmon cooked or raw when you chop it? I have never tried cutting raw salmon, but it seems like it would be tough to chop.
Hi Melinda! The salmon is raw when you chop it. It’s really easy. Give it a try!
Here is a link to a video, where I am chopping the salmon: https://www.facebook.com/cooktoria/videos/482950928569384/
Could you pulse it a bit in a food processor?
Hi Debra! Sure, that should work too. Hope you enjoy these burgers!
These look awesome! I actually have been contemplating putting a salmon burger recipe on my blog… I guess you beat me to it! Maybe later this summer… we’ll see. That’s too bad about not being allowed BBQs. We just bought one (I had one years back but never with my husband), and we just love it. I bet these would taste amazing on the BBQ. They sure look good in your video with the grill pan, though 🙂
Thanks, Natasha! I got this grill pan as a present from my husband on 8th of March and I LOVE IT!!! We are planning to move to a new place this October, so I’ll be making more BBQs then. 🙂 That’s great that you bought a BBQ, and I cannot wait to see your recipes!
Yum! This salmon looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it
Thanks, Sam! 🙂
Tania these look damn tasty. I was actually going to make my black bean veggie burgers for dinner tonight. But now I’m clearly making your salmon burgers. Any time avocado is involved, I’m in. Happy almost Summer!!
I love veggie burgers, Kristy! Happy almost summer to you too! 🙂
I don’t eat fish, but that avocado salsa sounds wonderful! I love all kinds of salsa!
This salsa was a hit in my family! 🙂
Gorgeous photos! Definitely want to try these 🙂
Thanks, Jill!
This looks great! I just bought a whole salmon from the fish market. Usually do sushi with it but now that it’s grilling season these salmon burgers will be a nice break from beef!
Thanks, Hanady! Hope you’ll give these a try!