Tasty Canned Salmon Burger Recipe
These Canned Salmon Burgers are a quick, delicious, and protein-packed meal perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Made with simple pantry staples like canned salmon, panko breadcrumbs, and Old Bay seasoning, these patties are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
- 2 cans salmon drained
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 heaping cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ lemon juiced
- 4 green onions sliced
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 4 whole wheat buns
- Lettuce tomato, and pickles (for serving)
For the Lemon-Caper Mayo:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp capers chopped
- ½ lemon juiced
- ½ tsp black peppe
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, drained salmon, lemon juice, green onions, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Place the patties in the skillet and flatten them slightly. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Make the Mayo Sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, capers, lemon juice, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Assemble the Burgers: Spread the lemon-caper mayo on both sides of the whole wheat buns. Place a cooked salmon patty on the bottom bun, then top with lettuce, tomato, and pickles. Cover with the top bun.
- Serve: Enjoy your homemade canned salmon burgers!