Coconut Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Fresh salmon gets the burger treatment here, and the result is bright, herby, and genuinely satisfying in a way that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort. Pulsing the fillet in a food processor keeps the texture pleasantly chunky rather than pasty, so every bite has real substance. Garlic-infused olive oil, fresh basil, dried oregano, and a hit of lemon juice and zest do all the heavy lifting on flavor — no fillers, no binders, just clean ingredients that let the fish shine. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking is the small but important step that keeps the patties intact when they hit the hot pan. Because everything here is built from whole, straightforward ingredients, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden additives that can sneak into pre-made seafood patties at the store. Serve them with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of parsley, and you've got a weeknight dinner that feels like something you'd order at a waterfront restaurant.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 3 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 4 lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the salmon chunks in a food processor and pulse 6–8 times until coarsely chopped — the mixture should hold together when pressed but still have visible texture, not a smooth paste. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the basil, oregano, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1 tbsp of the garlic-infused olive oil, salt, and pepper to the salmon. Mix gently with a fork until just combined.
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