Paleo Turmeric Ginger Salmon Burgers

Fresh salmon gets pulsed — not pureed — so every bite has real texture and satisfying chew, which is exactly what separates a great fish burger from a sad, mushy one. Double-hit turmeric (both fresh and ground) alongside grated ginger gives these patties a warm, earthy depth that feels genuinely exciting, while scallion greens and cilantro keep things bright and herbaceous. Garlic-infused olive oil does the heavy lifting on flavor without any grain-based binders or fillers, so the whole thing stays completely grain- and legume-free without any compromise. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking is the small but crucial step that keeps the patties together in the pan and gives you that gorgeous golden crust. Butter lettuce wraps stand in for buns beautifully — crisp, cool, and sturdy enough to hold everything together — and they make the whole plate feel light rather than heavy. The lemon-herb sauce, whisked together with parsley, olive oil, and fresh ginger, is punchy enough to cut through the richness of the salmon and the avocado. This is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive on the plate but comes together with nothing more than a skillet and a food processor.

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