Easy Salmon Burgers

These salmon burgers are an excellent, budget-friendly way to pack in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and lean protein.

Ingredients

Calories next to each ingredient are for that ingredient across the whole recipe (6 servings), not per serving.

• 1 2/3 cups coarse cracker crumbs · 397 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 small onion, finely chopped · 27 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 can (16 ounces) salmon, drained and flaked · 594 kcal in the whole recipe
• 2/3 cup low-fat milk · 55 kcal in the whole recipe
• 2 eggs, well beaten · 109 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1/2 cup chopped celery · 7 kcal in the whole recipe
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Non-stick cooking spray

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine the canned salmon, cracker crumbs, chopped onion, celery, low-fat milk, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.

   

2. Lightly coat a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat it over medium heat.

   

3. Scoop the moist salmon mixture onto the hot skillet using a 1/3 or 1/2 cup measure, gently flattening them into patties.

   

4. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through. Serve warm.

   

Adapted from a USDA MyPlate Kitchen recipe (public domain). Portions, macros, diet checks and step photos by Besly.