Avocado Poblano Salmon Burgers

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Canned salmon is a budget-friendly alternative.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats can provide a healthier binding option.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: lettuce wraps

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs and calories.

Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat.

Chop the salmon fillets into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.

Finely chop the poblano peppers and add them to the bowl with the salmon.

Mash the avocado and mix it into the salmon and poblano mixture.

Add breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, and diced onion to the mixture.

Crack in an egg and season with salt, black pepper, and cumin; mix until combined.

Form the mixture into patties, about 1 inch thick.

Heat olive oil in a skillet or prepare the grill for cooking.

Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.

Toast the burger buns on the grill or in the skillet until lightly browned.

Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun, topped with lettuce and tomato.

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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