Seed Oil Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Fresh salmon, bright herbs, and a drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil — these burgers are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort. The patties come together quickly in a food processor, and chilling them for a few minutes before cooking means they hold their shape beautifully in the pan. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty here, binding the mixture and creating a gorgeous golden crust in the skillet — no industrial seed oils, no mystery fats, just a clean and flavorful cooking fat you can feel good about. Basil and oregano give every bite a Mediterranean lift, while fresh lemon juice and zest keep things bright and balanced against the richness of the salmon. For anyone who finds it frustrating to track down processed burger options that don't sneak in canola or soybean oil, making these at home puts you fully in control of every ingredient. Serve them with lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley for a plate that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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