Salmon Burgers with Pesto

By bweber

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lb. skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• 4 rolls, split and toasted
• 4 tbsp. prepared pesto
• 2 c. mixed greens
• 1 lb. small tomatoes (such as cocktail, Campari, or plum), quartered
• 1/4 c. small fresh mint leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Heat broiler. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Broil until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, place the salmon in a food processor and pulse 4 to 5 minutes just until coarsely chopped (it should still be somewhat chunky). Add half the scallions and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and pulse 2 times to combine. Form the mixture into four 3/4-inch thick patties.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large non stick skillet over medium heat and cook the patties, turning once (do not press or flatten), until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to rolls and top with pesto and greens.

In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, asparagus, remaining scallions, remaining tablespoon of oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; fold in the mint. Serve with the salmon burger.