Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Salmon Burgers

INGREDIENTS:
1 can (14.75 oz) Bumble Bee® Salmon, drained and flaked (remove skin & bones as desired)
1 large fresh egg, slightly beaten
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
½ teaspoon dry rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 hamburger buns

DIRECTIONS:

Combine salmon, beaten egg, onion, bell pepper, bread crumbs, lemon juice, lemon peel, rosemary and black pepper. Refrigerate mixture for at least ½ hour to set. Form mixture into 4 patties. Pan fry in vegetable oil until lightly browned on both sides. Serve on toasted hamburger buns. Top with your favorite condiments, lettuce, tomato and red onion as desired. Note: Use egg whites or egg substitutes for whole egg if desired for lower cholesterol.
Nutrition Information: For one serving (209 g) - each Plain Salmon Patty & Bun Calories 300(from Fat 80), Fat 8g (Saturated 2g), Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 135mg, Sodium 760 mg, Total Carbohydrate 28g, Fiber 2g, Sugars 4g, Protein 22g.

This my favorite salmon burger recipe. It reminds me of summer because I like to make quick and easy dinners when the weather is nice. Cheap too.