Savory Everything Salmon Burgers
Experience the perfect blend of flavors in these Savory Everything Salmon Burgers, inspired by Rachael Ray. These delightful patties combine fresh salmon with a medley of seasonings reminiscent of everything bagels, bringing a unique twist to your lunch or snack time. Paired with a creamy scallion sauce and fresh toppings, these burgers are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making them a fantastic choice for any day of the week. Serve them on crusty kaiser rolls and indulge in a taste of gourmet comfort food at home!
4
Servings
400
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Skinless salmon fillet
1 1/2 lbs (Cut into large chunks)
Grill seasoning
1 tablespoon (Recommended: McCormick's Montreal Steak seasoning)
Poppy seeds
1 tablespoon (None)
Sesame seeds
1 tablespoon (None)
Dried onion flakes
2 tablespoons (None)
Fresh dill
1/4 cup (Chopped)
Extra virgin olive oil
For drizzling (None)
Cream cheese
1/2 cup (Softened)
Scallions
3 (Chopped)
Sour cream
1/2 cup (None)
Lemon juice
1 tablespoon (None)
Kaiser rolls
4 (Crusty, or other rolls of choice)
Green leaf lettuce
To taste (Fresh, for topping)
Beefsteak tomato
1 (Sliced)
Red onion
1 (Sliced)
Instructions
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1. Begin by placing the skinless salmon fillet chunks into a food processor. Pulse the salmon until it is coarsely ground, ensuring not to over-process.
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2. Transfer the ground salmon to a mixing bowl. Add the grill seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion flakes, and fresh dill. Use your hands to gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
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3. Divide the salmon mixture into four equal portions. Form each portion into a patty, making them about 1-inch thick.
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4. Heat a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the salmon patties in the skillet.
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5. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes on one side. Flip them carefully and cook for an additional 3 minutes for a slightly pink center, or 4-5 minutes on each side for fully cooked patties.
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6. While the patties are cooking, prepare the creamy sauce by combining the softened cream cheese with the chopped scallions in a bowl. Gently fold in the sour cream and lemon juice until smooth.
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7. Once the patties are cooked to your liking, split the kaiser rolls and lightly toast them in the skillet or oven until golden brown.
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8. Assemble the burgers by placing the cooked salmon patties on the toasted rolls. Top generously with green leaf lettuce, sliced beefsteak tomato, and sliced red onion.
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9. Add a generous dollop of the cream cheese sauce on top of each burger.
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10. Serve immediately and enjoy your Savory Everything Salmon Burgers!
Nutrition Information
24g
Fat
13.5g
Carbs
25.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Everything Salmon Burgers?
They are salmon patties made from fresh salmon fillets, seasoned with a medley of everything bagel spices, served on toasted kaiser rolls with a creamy scallion sauce.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
How many calories are in one salmon burger?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What type of salmon should I use?
You should use 1 1/2 lbs of skinless salmon fillet, cut into large chunks before processing.
How do I grind the salmon?
Place the salmon chunks into a food processor and pulse until the fish is coarsely ground, being careful not to over-process.
What seasonings are in the 'everything' mix?
The patties are seasoned with grill seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion flakes, and fresh dill.
Which grill seasoning is recommended?
McCormick's Montreal Steak seasoning is the recommended grill seasoning for this recipe.
How thick should I make the salmon patties?
Form the salmon mixture into portions that are about 1-inch thick.
How long do I cook the salmon burgers?
Cook for 3 minutes per side for a slightly pink center, or 4-5 minutes per side for fully cooked patties.
What temperature should I use for the skillet?
The salmon patties should be cooked in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
What ingredients are in the creamy scallion sauce?
The sauce consists of softened cream cheese, chopped scallions, sour cream, and lemon juice.
How do I prepare the scallion sauce?
Combine softened cream cheese with chopped scallions, then gently fold in sour cream and lemon juice until smooth.
What kind of rolls are best for these burgers?
Crusty kaiser rolls are recommended, though you can use any roll of your choice.
Should the rolls be toasted?
Yes, you should split the kaiser rolls and lightly toast them in the skillet or oven until golden brown.
What are the suggested fresh toppings?
Top the burgers with green leaf lettuce, sliced beefsteak tomato, and sliced red onion.
How much protein is in each burger?
Each serving provides 25.5g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
One serving contains 24g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 13.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there fresh dill in this recipe?
Yes, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill is mixed into the salmon patties.
Can I serve these burgers as a snack?
Yes, they are described as a great choice for either lunch or a snack.
Who is the inspiration for this recipe?
These Savory Everything Salmon Burgers are inspired by Rachael Ray.
How much oil is needed for cooking?
Use approximately one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil for the skillet.
How many scallions are needed for the sauce?
You will need 3 chopped scallions.
Is there lemon juice in the burgers?
One tablespoon of lemon juice is used in the cream cheese sauce rather than the patty mixture.
What should the texture of the salmon be after processing?
The salmon should be coarsely ground, not a fine paste.
How much cream cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened cream cheese.
How many ingredients total are in this recipe?
There are 15 total ingredients required for this recipe.
What type of tomato is recommended?
One sliced beefsteak tomato is recommended for topping the burgers.
Are these burgers considered gourmet?
Yes, they are described as a taste of gourmet comfort food made at home.
Can I use dried onion flakes?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of dried onion flakes are included in the seasoning for the salmon.