The Best Salmon Burgers with Yogurt Spread
Take your burger game to the next level with the best salmon burgers, served with a creamy yogurt spread! These are made with homemade salmon patties, which can be cooked on the stovetop or on the grill. Assemble the salmon burgers with avocado, cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, or more of your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Ingredients for Salmon Burgers
Here are the main ingredients you’ll need to prepare these delicious salmon burgers. Find the full list of ingredients in the printable recipe card below.
- Salmon – I like to use wild-caught sockeye salmon for this recipe. Atlantic salmon will also work well. I don’t recommend using canned salmon, as it’s too dry.
- Fresh Dill & Chives – add tons of aroma and flavor.
- Greek Yogurt – for making the creamy spread.
- Lemons
- Avocado, Cucumbers, Lettuce, Tomatoes – for topping.
- Brioche Burger Buns
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Making Homemade Salmon Patties
Nothing beats homemade patties when it comes to burgers! These homemade salmon patties are super easy to make, too!
- Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels, then place skin side down onto a cutting board.
- Starting at the tail end of the fillet, slide a sharp and flexible knife underneath the flesh. Press the knife flat against the board and cut away the salmon skin.
- Cube the fillet into large chunks, about 1-inch in size, then drop into a food processor.
- Pulse the salmon about 5 to 7 times, creating a chunky salmon puree. Don’t puree into a paste!
- Season the salmon with salt, pepper, fresh dill, chives, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Pulse again a few times, just to distribute the seasonings.
- Divide the salmon mixture into 4 to 6 even pieces. Roll the mixture into balls first, then press gently into a round cookie cutter or lid to shape the patties. Keep each salmon patty on a square of parchment paper for easier handling.
- If grilling, I recommend refrigerating the patties for at least 1 hour first.
How to Make Salmon Burgers
You can prepare these delicious salmon burgers on the stovetop or outside on the grill.
Stove-Top Instructions
- Preheat a large, non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of cooking oil (I like avocado oil).
- Once the oil is hot, add the salmon patties, leaving ample room for even cooking. Fry the patties for 3 to 5 minutes per side, until the patties are a rich golden color and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
Grilling Instructions
- Preheat your outdoor grill to 550°F. Allow the grill grates to get extra hot and rub the grates with half of an onion. This will help prevent sticking.
- Add the salmon patties and grill for about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Don’t flip the burgers until they easily come away from the grates! Flip and grill on the other side.
Easy Herb Yogurt Spread for Burgers
These salmon burgers taste amazing with my easy, garlicky yogurt spread! The refreshing taste of lemon and dill are the perfect complement.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, fresh dill, chives, salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- Grate or press the garlic cloves and add to the bowl. Add the zest of 1 lemon and squeeze in about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- Whisk everything together and enjoy. Keep the leftovers refrigerated.
Topping Ideas for Salmon Burgers
I love to make my salmon burgers with soft, brioche bread. Toast the bread lightly, then add a generous amount of spread onto both halves.
Add a layer of lettuce first, then add the tomatoes, onion, and cucumber. The layer of lettuce will keep the bread from getting soggy!
Top with the salmon patty and avocado. If desired, add a slice of white cheddar or muenster cheese, too. Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy immediately!
More Recipes!
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- The Ultimate BLT Club Sandwich – you’ll love this incredible sandwich from the first bite!
- King Crab Rolls – I could eat these day and night! Simply amazing and so easy to make!
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The Best Salmon Burgers with Yogurt Spread
Ingredients
For Salmon Patties:
- 1 1/2 lbs fresh salmon
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
- ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp EACH: dried garlic, dried onion, smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped chives
For Yogurt Spread:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp EACH: sea salt, smoked paprika, dried onion
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped chives
- zest from 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
For Burgers:
- 4 brioche bread buns
- 2 cups lettuce
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 4 slices cheese, optional
Instructions
Making Salmon Patties:
- Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels, then place skin side down onto a cutting board.
- Starting at the tail end of the fillet, slide a sharp and flexible knife underneath the flesh. Press the knife flat against the board and cut away the salmon skin.
- Cube the fillet into large chunks, about 1-inch in size, then drop into a food processor.
- Pulse the salmon about 5 to 7 times, creating a chunky salmon puree. Don’t puree into a paste!
- Season the salmon with salt, pepper, fresh dill, chives, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Pulse again a few times, just to distribute the seasonings.
- Divide the salmon mixture into 4 to 6 even pieces. Roll the mixture into balls first, then press gently into a round cookie cutter or lid to shape the patties. Keep each salmon patty on a square of parchment paper for easier handling.
- If grilling, I recommend refrigerating the patties for at least 1 hour first.
Stove-Top Instructions:
- Preheat a large, non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of cooking oil (I like avocado oil).
- Once the oil is hot, add the salmon patties,l eaving ample room for even cooking. Fry the patties for 3 to 5 minutes per side, until the patties are a rich golden color and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
Grilling Instructions:
- Preheat your outdoor grill to 550°F. Allow the grill grates to get extra hot and rub the grates with half of an onion. This will help prevent sticking.
- Add the salmon patties and grill for about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Don’t flip the burgers until they easily come away from the grates! Flip and grill on the other side.
Making Yogurt Spread:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, fresh dill, chives, salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- Grate or press the garlic cloves and add to the bowl. Add the zest of 1 lemon and squeeze in about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Add the olive oil.
- Whisk everything together and enjoy. Keep the leftovers refrigerated.
Assembling Salmon Burgers:
- I love to make my salmon burgers with soft, brioche bread. Toast the bread lightly, then add a generous amount of spread onto both halves.
- Add a layer of lettuce first, then add the tomatoes, onion, and cucumber. The layer of lettuce will keep the bread from getting soggy!
- Top with the salmon patty and avocado. If desired, add a slice of white cheddar or muenster cheese, too. Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy immediately!
