Paraben Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Fresh salmon gets the star treatment here, pulsed just enough to hold together while keeping that satisfying, chunky texture that sets a homemade patty apart from anything frozen. Bright basil, dried oregano, lemon juice, and lemon zest layer in bold, herby flavor without relying on any processed sauces or preservatives that can sneak unwanted additives into your meal. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty — binding the mixture and giving the outside of each patty a gorgeous golden crust in the skillet. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking is the small but mighty step that keeps everything together when the heat hits. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, you can feel genuinely confident about what's on your plate — no label-reading anxiety required. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley, these patties are weeknight-easy but impressive enough to serve to guests.
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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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