Savory Salmon Burgers with Avocado-Lime Sauce

These savory salmon burgers are a delightful twist on a classic dish, featuring fresh salmon mixed with herbs and spices for a flavorful patty. Topped with a creamy avocado-lime sauce, they offer a perfect balance of rich and zesty flavors, making them a delicious option for lunch or dinner. This recipe is pescatarian-friendly and provides a healthy dose of protein and healthy fats.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed and chopped
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt to taste
• 4 whole grain or gluten-free burger buns
• Lettuce leaves (for serving)
• Tomato slices (for serving)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, dill, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
2. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the avocado-lime sauce by mashing the avocado in a bowl and mixing in lime juice and salt until smooth.
5. To assemble the burgers, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, add a salmon patty, a generous dollop of avocado-lime sauce, and top with tomato slices. Place the top half of the bun on each burger.
6. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.