Mediterranean-Style Salmon Sliders
Servings: 8
Calories: 127kcal
Ingredients
- 1¼ pounds salmon filets , skinned and deboned
- 1½ teaspoons minced garlic , from about 2 small cloves
- 1 scallion , chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon capers , drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- A few fresh sprigs each of dill , parsley, and oregano, finely chopped
- Kosher or fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Gluten-free buns or bread of choice , for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Chop salmon into chunks and transfer to a food processor. Add remaining ingredients and salt and pepper, to taste. Pulse until a thick paste forms.
- With wet hands, shape mixture into patties, about 2¾ inches in diameter and about ¾ inch thick. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes.
- Serving suggestion: Serve on gluten-free focaccia bread, topped with baby spinach leaves, whipped lemon mayo, and kalamata olives.
- To make the whipped lemon mayo: Place ⅓ cup of mayo (I used soy-free mayo) in a small bowl. Using a handheld mixer, beat in 3 teaspoons of lemon juice, a teaspoon at a time, until light and fluffy.
Notes
Nutrition facts is calculated for the salmon patties; the bread is not factored, as this will depend on which brand/type of gluten-free bread you choose.
Nutrition
Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 79IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg