Pork Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Salmon burgers are one of those weeknight wins that feel a little fancy without requiring much effort, and this herb-forward version absolutely delivers. Fresh salmon is pulsed just enough to hold together into a patty with real texture — none of that dense, processed quality you sometimes get from store-bought fish cakes. Bright basil, earthy oregano, and a hit of lemon juice and zest give every bite a clean, Mediterranean-leaning flavor that makes you forget you're eating something genuinely good for you. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty here, binding the mixture and creating a beautifully golden crust in the skillet. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking is the small step that makes all the difference — the patties stay intact and sear up perfectly rather than falling apart in the pan. Finished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, these come together with zero fuss and nothing on the ingredient list you'd ever need to second-guess.
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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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