Heart-Healthy Salmon Burger

Indulge in the delightful flavors of a guilt-free, Heart-Healthy Salmon Burger that combines wholesome ingredients with a burst of freshness. This recipe transforms tender, chopped fresh salmon into protein-packed patties enhanced by Dijon mustard, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and a hint of zesty lemon. Balanced with the subtle crunch of red onion, briny capers, and fragrant parsley, these burgers are seared to golden perfection in heart-healthy olive oil. Nestled in toasted whole-grain buns and layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and creamy avocado, this burger offers a nutritious, flavor-forward meal. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for anyone seeking a satisfying yet health-conscious dinner, this salmon burger is a surefire way to elevate weeknight meals while supporting cardiovascular wellness.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Fresh salmon fillets, skinless and boneless
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 60 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Capers, drained and chopped
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 Whole-grain sandwich buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato, sliced
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by chopping the fresh salmon fillets into small chunks and place them in a food processor.

Step 2

Add the Dijon mustard, whole wheat breadcrumbs, finely chopped red onion, chopped capers, chopped parsley, lemon zest, egg, salt, and black pepper into the food processor.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture a few times until it is well combined and holds together but is still slightly chunky to retain texture.

Step 4

Divide the salmon mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1-inch thick.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the salmon patties into the skillet.

Step 7

Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8

While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the whole-grain sandwich buns if desired.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun, followed by a salmon patty.

Step 10

Top each patty with slices of tomato and avocado.

Step 11

Close the burgers with the top half of the buns.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy salmon burger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1212.7 grams (1212.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2528

Total Fat 128.30g	164%
Saturated Fat 24.60g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 440mg	147%
Sodium 3725mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 217.70g	79%
Dietary Fiber 35.80g	128%
Total Sugars 24.40g
Protein 128.10g	256%

Vitamin D 2158IU	10789%
Calcium 381mg	29%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 3288mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 34.3%