Shelf-stable canned salmon plus a few more pantry staples make an incredibly easy and flavorful Cajun Salmon Burger perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10mins
Cook Time10mins
Refrigerate30mins
Total Time50mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Total Cost: $7.19 recipe / $3.60 each
Servings: 2
Author: Beth - Budget Bytes
Ingredients
6oz.Canned Salmon (boneless, skinless)$4.69
1/4cupbreadcrumbs$0.06
1largeegg$0.25
1Tbspmayonnaise$0.10
1/2tspcoarse ground mustard$0.02
1green onion, sliced$0.05
Cajun Seasoning
1/2tspsmoked paprika$0.05
1/4tsporegano$0.02
1/4tspthyme$0.02
1/8tspgarlic powder$0.02
1/8 tsponion powder$0.02
1pinchcayenne (or to taste)$0.01
1pinchfreshly cracked pepper$0.01
1/8tspsalt$0.01
For Cooking:
1/2Tbspcooking oil$0.02
1/2Tbsp butter$0.03
Optional for Serving:
2buns$0.83
1/4cupguacamole$0.66
1 cupspring mix$0.32
Instructions
Drain the canned salmon and add it to a bowl with the breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, mustard, green onion, and Cajun seasoning spices. Stir to combine the ingredients, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow time for the spices to blend and the breadcrumbs to absorb moisture.
After 30 minutes, shape the salmon mixture into two patties, about 3-4 inches in diameter each.
Heat the oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Once the butter is melted and begins to foam, add the salmon burgers and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the burgers are well browned.
To serve, place one burger on each bun, add 2 Tbsp guacamole to each, and top with a small handful of spring mix. Enjoy!