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    Home » Recipes » Ingredient » Meat

    Salmon Fillet Burgers (with frozen salmon)

    Published: Apr 13, 2021 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Sep 9, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    I'm always trying to come up with healthier, quicker and lighter alternatives for dinner. Frozen salmon is one of my favorite things to cook because it's economical, quick to make and tastes delicious! Baking frozen salmon fillets for healthy Salmon Fillet Burgers is a simple way to enjoy them.

    salmon burger on white plate with coleslaw, buns on a plate and sriracha mayo in background

    Made with frozen salmon fillets, a spicy mayo and skinny coleslaw, these salmon burgers are also Weight Watchers friendly, kid friendly and make a great lunch or dinner!

    Jump to:
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    •  📖 Variations & Substitutions
    • 💭Top Tip
    • 🥗 Side Dishes
    • 🍽Equipment
    • 🌡️Storage
    • 👪 Serving Size
    • 🔢WW Points
    • 🦺Food Safety
    • ❔ Frequently Asked Questions
    • ⭐ Reviews
    • 📋 Salmon Fillet Burger Recipe
    • 🍲More Easy & Healthy Dinner Recipes!

    Kids, including my own, don't always love fish. However, this is a great burger with fish for kids. My kids love this flavorful sandwich and actually get excited when they find out these healthy salmon burgers are on deck for dinner!

    🥘 Ingredients

    Although these homemade salmon burgers are made with a fillet and not a salmon patty, I still consider it a burger because it's a savory thing between a bun. The best part is that it's really simple: you just bake the salmon in the oven (or in the air fryer) with some soy sauce, ginger and sesame seeds, then add sriracha mayonnaise as a condiment.

    But the crowning glory is my Skinny Coleslaw! You can use any coleslaw, but trust me, you'll want to use this one. I created this coleslaw specifically for this salmon burger, so they are a perfect pairing! And it's ZERO (0 points) on the WW blue plan!

    close up of skinny coleslaw salad with lime and cilatro

    For this salmon fillet burger recipe, you'll need a few simple ingredients:

    • frozen salmon fillets (preferably skinless salmon fillets)
    • soy sauce
    • fresh ginger
    • sesame seeds
    • thin buns
    • sriracha mayonnaise (see Top Tip)
    • Skinny Coleslaw recipe

    See recipe card for quantities.

    🔪Instructions

    frozen salmon fillets with soy sauce, ginger and sesame seeds

    Oven method: Preheat oven as per frozen salmon package directions (usually 400 degrees - 450 degrees F/205 degrees C) and spray 9x13 baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper. *Do not thaw salmon

    Divide soya sauce, ginger and sesame seeds between all 4 salmon fillets and bake as per directions on package (usually about 15 minutes)

    frozen salmon fillets in 2 air fryer drawers

    Air fryer method: Divide soya sauce, ginger and sesame seeds between all 4 salmon fillets *Do not thaw salmon

    Cook from frozen in air fryer on 400 degrees F (or 205 degrees C) for 15-17 minutes (the smaller pieces will be ready at 15 minutes). *This may vary with different air fryers. I have a Ninja Foodi 2 drawer 8 qt.

    baked salmon sandwich with WW Asian coleslaw on a white plate.

    For the best flavor, spread ¾ tablespoon of sriracha mayonnaise on each bun.

    Remove skin (if present) and add cooked salmon fillet to one side of the bun, then top with ¼ cup coleslaw.

     📖 Variations & Substitutions

    • Salmon: You can bake, fry on the stove top or use the air fryer for this salmon burger. You can also grill the frozen salmon (just follow the package directions for grilling).  Or you can use fresh salmon fillets instead of frozen salmon, if you prefer. You will just need to cook it for a shorter period of time.
    • Buns: I also like to use the President's Choice thin multigrain buns, but they are a few more WW points, so you can use any bun you prefer. 
    • Sauce: If you don't like or want spicy mayo, you could use a Healthy homemade tartar sauce with fresh dill, if you prefer, or a store-bought tartar sauce. Or you could use a dijon mustard burger sauce.
    • Add-ons: add on red onion (there are green onions in the coleslaw) jalapenos, tomatoes, pepperoncini, a lettuce leaf or any other toppings you like!
    • Limes: you could substitute lemon juice for the lime

    💭Top Tip

    Sriracha Mayonnaise: You can buy sriracha mayonnaise, but if you want it lighter/WW friendly, you need to combine mayonnaise (3 tablespoon light/low-fat mayonnaise) with 2 teaspoon sriracha. Add more sriracha to your liking. 

    🥗 Side Dishes

    What goes with salmon burgers?

    • Quick Cucumber Kimchi
    • homemade fries (in air fryer or baked) or Sweet Potato Fries
    • mixed vegetables
    • sliced red peppers or any vegetable sticks and Greek Yogurt Hummus (shown below)
    hummus in a black bowl on black plate with veggies and min pitas

    🍽Equipment

    You'll need a sharp knife, a cutting board, a baking sheet to make this in the oven or air fryer (affiliate link) to make this frozen salmon burgers recipe.

    🌡️Storage

    Store the salmon, sriracha mayonnaise, and coleslaw separately, all in their own airtight containers for up to 2 days.

    salmon burger on white plate with coleslaw, buns on a plate and sriracha mayo in background

    👪 Serving Size

    This salmon fillet burger makes 4 servings. However, you can half, double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.

    🔢WW Points

    These Weight Watchers Salmon Burgers are @ 8 WW points on my plan. They used to be less, but salmon is no longer a zero point food for me. You can further reduce the points by using a lighter bun and making your own sriracha mayonnaise (see Top Tip).

    🦺Food Safety

    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

    ❔ Frequently Asked Questions

    Are frozen salmon burgers healthy?

    Yes, salmon burgers are healthy! But the salmon fillets are going to be healthier than a processed pre-made salmon burger patty that has fillers and preservatives . Salmon is high in protein, low in saturated fat, and is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids.

    Are salmon burgers good for weight loss?

    Yes, salmon is low in saturated fat and low-carb. Just be careful about the bun and add-ons. If you're following the Weigh Watchers program, salmon burgers are low WW points on most personal plans.

    Are salmon burgers healthier than beef burgers?

    Salmon is lower in fat than beef and has the added bonus of omega fatty acids, which are great for brain development. Salmon is half the WW points of an equivalent amount of lean beef and healthier than a traditional burger.

    So if you are looking for a quick, easy and delicious burger or healthy salmon recipe, these Healthy Salmon Burgers are a great choice! 

    ⭐ Reviews

    Did you LOVE Salmon Fillet Burger recipe? IF so, please leave a 5 star rating and comment in the comment section below!

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    salmon burger on white plate with coleslaw, buns on a plate and sriracha mayo in background
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    📋 Salmon Fillet Burger Recipe

    These easy and healthy Salmon Fillet Burgers, made with frozen salmon fillets, ginger, soya sauce, sriracha mayonnaise are also Weight Watchers friendly!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: dinner, lunch
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Keyword: burger, frozen salmon, salmon, salmon fillet
    Special Diet: Weight Watchers
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 316kcal
    Author: Terri Gilson
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients

    • 4 salmon fillets frozen or fresh
    • 2 tablespoon soya sauce
    • 2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
    • 2 teaspoon sesame seeds
    • 4 thin buns
    • 3 tablespoon sriracha mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup skinny coleslaw https://foodmeanderings.com/skinny-coleslaw/

    Garnish

    • lime wedge
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Oven: Preheat oven as per frozen salmon package directions (usually 400 degrees - 450 degrees F) and spray 9x13 baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper. *Do not thaw salmon
    • Divide soya sauce, ginger and sesame seeds between all 4 salmon fillets and bake as per directions on package (usually about 15 minutes)
      frozen salmon fillets with soy sauce, ginger and sesame seeds
    • Air fryer:
      Divide soya sauce, ginger and sesame seeds between all 4 salmon fillets *Do not thaw salmon
      Cook from frozen in air fryer on 400 degrees F (or 205 degrees C) for 15-17 minutes (the smaller pieces will be ready at 15 minutes). *This may vary with different air fryers. I have a Ninja Foodi 2 drawer 8 qt.
      frozen salmon fillets in 2 air fryer drawers
    • Spread ¾ tablespoon of sriracha mayonnaise on each bun
    • Remove skin and add cooked salmon fillet to one side of the bun, then top with ¼ cup coleslaw.
      baked salmon sandwich with WW Asian coleslaw on a white plate.
    • Serve with a wedge of lime, if desired (I like to squirt a little lime juice over the fillet)

    Notes

     
     
    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Salmon Fillet Burger Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (1 burger)
    Calories 316 Calories from Fat 126
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14g22%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 95mg32%
    Sodium 714mg31%
    Potassium 864mg25%
    Carbohydrates 9g3%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 36g72%
    Vitamin A 75IU2%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 33mg3%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1burger | Calories: 316kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 9g (3%) | Protein: 36g (72%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg (32%) | Sodium: 714mg (31%) | Potassium: 864mg (25%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 75IU (2%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 33mg (3%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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    Comments

    1. Bernice Hill

      April 21, 2021 at 4:27 am

      Terri, you've got me drooling again! That coleslaw looks so amazing. I have all of the ingredients so I'm going to mix some up tonight for dinner.

      Reply
    2. amyg

      April 21, 2021 at 6:36 am

      I love salmon, but i never thought you could make salmon burgers from chopped up salmon. I'm looking forward to trying these soon! Definitely pinning for later.

      Reply
    3. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

      April 21, 2021 at 7:03 am

      I am loving the Asian flavours in these salmon burgers. So excited that this recipe is WW friendly!

      Reply
      • Vanessa

        April 22, 2021 at 10:41 am

        What a great idea for the salmon that I always keep in the freezer. It will be a nice change from how I usually prepare it!

        Reply
    4. Colleen

      April 21, 2021 at 11:13 pm

      We have salmon often and these burgers are the perfect way to change it up. And the coleslaw looks amazing!

      Reply
    5. Sean

      April 25, 2021 at 1:25 am

      Wonderful, simple salmon recipe! Love that sriracha mayo kick too - so good with salmon, and with seafood in general!

      Reply
    6. NANCY

      April 27, 2021 at 6:53 am

      i love salmon burgers and this looks so healthy and tasty!! firing up the barbie!

      Reply
    7. ANGELICA

      May 20, 2021 at 4:59 am

      Thanks for these easy and delicious dinner recipes. ^_^ You are as awesome as these recipes. Keep posting!

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      • Terri Gilson

        May 20, 2021 at 8:10 am

        Thank you, Angelica! Glad to hear you are enjoying the recipes! 🙂

        Reply

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