Cilantro Lime Salmon Burgers with Cucumber Salad
These Cilantro Lime Salmon Burgers are a refreshing and healthy option for summer grilling. Bursting with fresh flavors from zesty lime and aromatic cilantro, these juicy salmon patties are complemented by crisp cucumber and crisp lettuce on toasted buns. Perfect for a backyard BBQ or a light weeknight dinner, this recipe is simple to prepare and will impress your family and guests. Serve with a vibrant spinach salad dressed in a tangy hoisin dressing for a complete meal that showcases the best of seasonal ingredients.
4
Servings
208
Calories
25
Ingredients
Ingredients
reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup (none)
fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon (chopped)
fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon (juiced)
salt
1/8 teaspoon (none)
fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
salmon fillet, skinned and cut into pieces
1 lb (cut into 1-inch pieces)
dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup (none)
cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons (none)
green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons (chopped)
seeded jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon (chopped)
fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons (juiced)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
cooking spray
as needed (for grilling)
hamburger buns with sesame seeds, toasted
4 (1 1/2 ounces each) (toasted)
English cucumbers, sliced
12 slices (1/4-inch thick) (sliced)
lettuce leaves
4 leaves (none)
hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
rice vinegar
1 tablespoon (none)
canola oil
2 teaspoons (none)
water
2 teaspoons (none)
chile paste
1/4 teaspoon (none)
baby spinach
2 1/2 ounces (fresh)
yellow bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup (striped)
red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup (sliced)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well and cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
2
In a food processor, add the salmon pieces and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons cilantro, green onions, jalapeno, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Pulse 4 times until the mixture is well blended but not pureed.
3
Divide the salmon mixture into 4 equal portions and carefully shape each portion into a patty about 3/4-inch thick.
4
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and coat it with cooking spray. Cook the salmon patties for 2 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
5
While cooking the patties, toast the hamburger buns on the grill until lightly golden.
6
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the prepared mayonnaise mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Place a salmon patty on each bun, and top with 3 cucumber slices and a lettuce leaf. Complete the sandwiches with the top half of the buns.
7
To prepare the spinach salad, combine the hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, canola oil, water, and chile paste in a large bowl. Whisk until smooth, then add the baby spinach, yellow bell pepper, and red onion. Toss well to coat and serve alongside the salmon burgers.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
16g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cilantro Lime Salmon Burgers?
They are juicy salmon patties flavored with fresh cilantro and lime, served on toasted buns with a cucumber salad.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 208 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 10g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in each salmon burger?
Each serving provides 12g of protein.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 16g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many total ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 25 ingredients in total.
How do I prepare the salmon for the patties?
The salmon should be skinned, cut into 1-inch pieces, and pulsed in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
How long should the salmon patties be grilled?
Cook the patties for 2 minutes on each side over medium-high heat.
What is the thickness of each salmon patty?
Each patty should be about 3/4-inch thick.
What ingredients are in the cilantro lime mayonnaise?
It consists of reduced-fat mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
What kind of buns are used for these burgers?
The recipe uses 4 toasted hamburger buns with sesame seeds.
How are the cucumbers prepared for the topping?
English cucumbers should be sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
What toppings are added to the burger assembly?
Each burger is topped with the mayonnaise mixture, 3 cucumber slices, and a lettuce leaf.
What type of salad is served alongside the burgers?
A spinach salad with yellow bell peppers and red onion in a hoisin dressing is served on the side.
How do I make the spinach salad dressing?
Whisk together hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, canola oil, water, and chile paste until smooth.
What ingredients are used in the salmon patty mixture besides salmon?
Dry breadcrumbs, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
Is there any spice in the salmon patties?
Yes, the mixture includes 1 tablespoon of seeded and chopped jalapeno pepper.
What type of vinegar is used for the salad dressing?
Rice vinegar is used in the dressing.
How much baby spinach is needed for the side salad?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 ounces of fresh baby spinach.
What category is this recipe best suited for?
This recipe is categorized as a Summer dish, ideal for grilling.
How should the yellow bell pepper be prepared for the salad?
It should be sliced into 1/2 cup of strips.
How is the red onion prepared?
It should be thinly sliced into 1/4 cup portions.
Should the hamburger buns be toasted?
Yes, the buns should be toasted on the grill until lightly golden.
What is the total amount of lime juice used in the entire recipe?
A total of 3 tablespoons of lime juice is used (1 for the mayo and 2 for the patties).
What oil is used in the salad dressing?
Canola oil is used for the dressing.
Is chile paste used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of chile paste is included in the salad dressing.
What is used to prevent the patties from sticking to the grill?
Cooking spray is used to coat the grill pan.
How many green onions are required?
2 tablespoons of chopped green onions are needed for the salmon mixture.
How many cucumber slices are used per burger?
Each burger is topped with 3 cucumber slices.