Mini Wild Salmon Patties with Lemony Avocado Sauce
These kid-friendly mini salmon patties make for some of the healthiest burgers out there! Every bite is a burst of savory, salty, fresh deliciousness. Keep all the ingredients on hand in the pantry and fridge to throw together in minutes or make a few batches to freeze ahead of time. The Lemony Avocado Sauce at the end adds some creaminess to complement the crunchy texture and flavor of the patties.
Ingredients
Salmon Patties:
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can wild salmon (drain extra liquid; skin and bones removed)
- 1/2 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped; sub: 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onion (sub: 1/2 teaspoon onion powder)
- 1/4 cup blanched almond flour (sub: all-purpose flour if not making gluten-free)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- avocado oil (or your preferred cooking oil)
Lemony Avocado Sauce:
- 1 medium avocado (halved and pitted)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: dash of hot sauce
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, place the salmon, lemon juice and zest, parsley, garlic, dill, Dijon, salt, pepper, minced onion, almond flour, and beaten eggs. Gently stir with a fork until combined.
- Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop out the mixture and then form into small burger patties. Place in a shallow dish, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use. It’s best to chill them for about an hour to help them hold together better, but you can make them fresh.
- Make the Avocado Sauce: Mash all the ingredients together in a small mixing bowl using a fork (or mix in the food processor), cover with plastic wrap, making sure to place it directly onto the surface of the sauce to prevent browning. Refrigerate until ready to use. You can make this up to about 2-3 hours prior to making the burgers. It will start to brown after a while, though, so try to make it fresh beforehand.
- Pour enough oil into the bottom of a large skillet to cover the bottom. Heat oil over medium heat until shimmering. Once the oil is hot, carefully place some of the salmon burgers in the pan, leaving room between them. Cook on each side about 3-4 minutes, or until a golden crust forms. (Total cook time is 6-8 minutes per batch.) Keep warm on a parchment-lined sheet pan in a warm oven that's been preheated to 200°F until ready to eat.
- Serve warm with Lemony Avocado Sauce on top. For kids: place on a mini wheat bun with a slice of your favorite cheese. Mine even like it with...gasp...ketchup. :)
Freezer Instructions
Freeze For Later: Follow Step 1. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to scoop out the mixture and then form into small burger patties. Place in a shallow freezer dish or bag in single layers. Use Parchment paper to divide layers, if needed. Cover tightly or seal, squeezing out any excess air. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Prepare From Frozen: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cook according to instructions beginning with Step 3.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 mini patty | Calories: 211 kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 7 g (2%) | Protein: 20 g (40%) | Fat: 12 g (18%) | Cholesterol: 119 mg (40%) | Sodium: 511 mg (22%) | Fiber: 3 g (13%) | Sugar: 1 g (1%)
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