Grilled Salmon Burgers (Today Show)

By zircon50

Salmon burgers are a fresh and flavorful alternative to the traditional beef patty. They have the same juicy qualities that regular burgers do, while adding tremendous health qualities.

Technique tip: Make sure the grill is very hot (350°F-450°F). Lightly brush grill or food item with oil before placing on the grill to avoid sticking.

Swap option: Instead of salmon, substitute tuna, crab or chopped shrimp.

Ingredients

• 1 1 1 pound minced salmon
• 1 1 1 pound minced salmon
• 1 1 1 pound minced salmon
• 4 4 4 tablespoons bread crumbs
• 4 4 4 tablespoons bread crumbs
• 4 4 4 tablespoons bread crumbs
• 2 2 2 tablespoons minced shallot
• 2 2 2 tablespoons minced shallot
• 2 2 2 tablespoons minced shallot
• 2 2 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
• 2 2 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
• 2 2 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
• 2 2 2 tablespoons chopped dill
• 2 2 2 tablespoons chopped dill
• 2 2 2 tablespoons chopped dill
• 2 2 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 2 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 2 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 1 1 egg
• 1 1 1 egg
• 1 1 1 egg
• 1 1 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat grill to high heat and brush grates with oil.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix to evenly combine. Form 4 patties, about 6 ounces each.

3. Place the patties on the grill and let cook for 3 minutes before attempting to turn. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes for medium-well doneness (cook longer if desired).

4. Serve on toasted buns with some tartar sauce, lettuce and tomato.

TO SERVE
4 soft burger buns, toasted
Tartar sauce
Lettuce leaves
Tomato slices