Tree Nut Free Basil & Oregano Salmon Burgers
Fresh salmon gets the burger treatment here, and the result is something genuinely craveable — herb-forward, citrus-bright, and satisfying in a way that feels a little fancy without being fussy. The patties come together with fresh basil, dried oregano, lemon juice, and zest, all folded into coarsely pulsed salmon so every bite has real texture rather than a dense, paste-like consistency. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty, binding the mixture and giving the exterior a beautifully golden sear in the skillet. A quick chill in the refrigerator before cooking is the small but important step that keeps everything intact when the patties hit the pan. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh fish, herbs, and citrus, there's nothing hidden to stress over — no sauces with ambiguous additives, no coatings that might sneak in unwanted allergens. Finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley, these are the kind of burgers that make a weeknight dinner feel like something worth sitting down for.
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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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