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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes

    Swedish Salmon Burger with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

    Published: Jul 6, 2018 · Modified: Jan 10, 2021 by Neriz · This post contains some affiliate links.

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    Swedish Salmon Burger with Lemon Yogurt Sauce is a healthy alternative to your usual burger! So easy to prepare outside or on your stovetop — no excuse not to give this simple but flavorful grilled salmon burger a try!

    An image showing how to serve a Swedish Salmon Burger, tomatoes and lettuce were added to the burger and lemon yogurt sauce.

    (*This post contains some affiliate links)

    It’s the season for grilling!  But it does not mean that you can only prepare this sumptuous dish during summer. 

    I make salmon burger the whole year-round in Stockholm, mainly because salmon is so common here, AND I can do it easily on my stovetop – no messy or greasy clean up afterward.

    Ingredients

    An image showing all the ingredients you need to prepare Swedish Salmon Burger with Dill Yogurt Sauce at home.
    • DOES IT MATTER WHICH PART OF SALMON I USE FOR THE PATTIES?

    Nope.

    As long as there are no bones in there, you’re good to go.

    Instructions

    Start by preheating your grill.

    Divide the salmon fillet into two parts. Chop one part into small cubes, while the other half goes into a food processor until it turns into a texture similar to paste.

    Using a medium-sized bowl, combine and mix the salmon, three tablespoons dill, capers, salt, egg, pepper, and two tablespoons of breadcrumb (photo 1).

    First part of the latest image for collage showing the step by step process on how to prepare Salmon Burger

    Form four equal-sized patties and place them all on the grill (photo 2).

    Cook them for about three to four minutes on each side, then three more minutes on one side.  Take them off the grill (photo 3).

    Second part of the second version of a collage of images showing the step by step process on how to prepare Salmon Burgers at home.

    To prepare the sauce, combine yogurt, lemon juice, zest, and remaining dill in a medium bowl.  Mix and season with salt and pepper (photo 4).

    Assemble the burger using some buns, tomatoes, and any leafy vegetables that you prefer (like lettuce).  

    Serve.

    A closer shot of Swedish Salmon Burger, highlighting the bits of salmon in the patty, as well as the lemon yogurt sauce.

    HELPFUL TIPS

    • Do not skip preparing the salmon in two ways.  It helps in both keeping them together and keeping the moisture in.
    • Plain yogurt is the best kind that you can use for the salmon burger sauce. If you want to try other types, make sure it does not overpower the sauce’s lemon flavor.
    • I suggest not replacing the dill with other herbs.  Trust me, dill, lemon, and salmon go well together – very Nordic. 🙂
    A closer shot of Swedish Salmon Burger patty, highligting the texture of the burger.

    IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR MORE SUMMER RECIPES, THEN YOU MIGHT LIKE MY OTHER POSTS:

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    An image showing how to serve a Swedish Salmon Burger, tomatoes and lettuce were added to the burger and lemon yogurt sauce.

    Swedish Salmon Burger with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

    A healthy alternative to your usual burger! Swedish Salmon Burger with Lemon Yogurt Sauce is deliciously simple, flavourful, and can be prepared outside or on your stovetop!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Swedish
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 262kcal
    Author: Neriz

    Equipment

    • Pyrex Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Food Processor
    • Rubber Spatula
    • Grill Pan

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 kg salmon fillet (about 1 lb), skin removed
    • 4 tbsp fresh dill, chopped roughly
    • 2 tbsp capers, chopped roughly
    • 1 egg
    • 4 tbsp breadcrumbs
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/8 to 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
    • 3/4 cup plain yogurt
    • 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
    • 1 lemon, grated zest
    • salt and pepper, to season

    Instructions

    • Prepare the grill by preheating.
    • Place half of the fillet of salmon in a food processor. Pulse until it has turned into an almost ‘paste’ consistency. Chop the other half into small cubes.
    • In a medium bowl, combine salmon, 3 tbsp dill, capers, egg, salt, ground black pepper and 2 tbsp breadcrumbs. Mix. If the mixture is too wet, add the remaining breadcrumbs, one tablespoon at a time.
    • Start forming the patties, and once the grill is ready, place them on top.
    • Turn them on the other side after around 3 to 4 minutes.  Cook for 3 more minutes on the other side and take them out of the grill.
    • Prepare the sauce by combining yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and remaining dill in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Place the salmon burger on a bun with some leafy vegetables (like romaine lettuce). Add a tablespoon of lemon yogurt sauce and a slice of tomato.
    • Serve.

    Notes

    • It doesn’t matter which part of salmon you use, as long as it’s a fillet.
    • Make sure you prepare the salmon in two different ways before mixing and forming the patties.
    • You can substitute a different kind of yogurt, but make sure that it’s not too strong that it overpowers the lemon flavor.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 567mg | Potassium: 726mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Katie Crenshaw | A Fork's Tale

      July 31, 2018 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      The flavor combinations of capers and dill make these salmon patties look AMAZING. Topping it with that yummy yogurt sauce makes it perfection. I definitely will try this soon. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Lisa

      July 31, 2018 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      Salmon burgers are my favorite. I can’t wait to give your recipe a try.

      Reply
    3. Caroline

      July 31, 2018 at 1:58 pm

      5 stars
      I do love making salmon burgers in various forms, they are both so easy and tasty (as well as healthier too). Looks tasty.

      Reply
    4. Claudia Lamascolo

      July 31, 2018 at 2:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love a burger that so healthy like this. Salmon is a heart smart burger and I am all about that.

      Will be making soon! thanks

      Reply
    5. Chichi

      July 31, 2018 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      I have never tried Salmon burger. Your recipe sounds and looks so inviting. The yoghurt sauce definitely tops it off. Delish.

      Reply
    6. Barbara Ochsendorf

      September 02, 2021 at 12:09 am

      Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. Another delicious and nutritional change for our dinner menu.

      Reply
      • Neriz

        September 02, 2021 at 11:12 am

        You’re very welcome Barbara! 🙂

        Reply

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