Salmon-Cilantro Burgers w/ Cilantro Mayo Adapted from Cooking Light, May 2009; serves 4
ingredients 1/4 cup low fat mayonnaise 3 T fresh cilantro, divided (chop 1 T) 3 T fresh lime juice, divided salt and pepper 1 (1 lb) salmon fillet, skinned and cut into large chunks 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs 2 T green onions, chopped 2 T jalapeno, seeded and chopped Cooking spray 4 hamburger buns (I used whole grain), toasted 12 slices English cucumber 4 leaf lettuce leaves
instructions
- Combine mayo, 1 T chopped cilantro, 1 T lime juice, and a large pinch of salt and pepper into bowl; cover and set aside.
- Place salmon in food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add breadcrumbs, remaining cilantro and lime juice, jalapeno, green onions, and about 1/4 t of salt and pepper; pulse 4 times or until well blended. Divide into 4 equal portions, shaping into 3/4-inch-thick patty.
- Heat a grill pan over med-hi. Coat with spray. Add patties and cook 2 minutes on each side.
- Spread 1 T of mayo onto buns. Add patty. Seal the deal with lettuce and cucumber.
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