Salmon Burgers with Lime Mayonnaise

Thought burgers were bad news? Let us prove you wrong! These salmon burgers are simple to prepare, and prefect for a relaxed weekend meal, and if there is any left over - they're also great cold.

Salmon is rich in omega 3 fatty acids, thought to protect against heart disease. Wholegrain rolls provide fibre and B vitamins, and the salad is a source of vitamin C and potassium.

Calories per serving: 538

Fibre per serving: 4.75g

Ingredients: Serves 4

For the burgers

• 450g skinless salmon, cut into pieces
• 100g wholemeal breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• Small handful fresh basil, chopped
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp rapeseed/vegetable oil, for frying

For the mayonnaise

• 100g half fat mayonnaise
• 100g low fat natural yoghurt
• Juice and zest of one lime
• 1 tbsp chopped basil
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Half a teaspoon of garlic puree (optional)

To serve

• 4 mulitgrain/wholegrain/wholemeal rolls
• 75-100g bag of rocket, washed
• 2 handfuls fresh spinach
• 3 plum tomatoes, sliced

• 1.Put the salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, shallot, and basil into a food processor and blitz until mixed with a rough texture. Season with black pepper.
• 2.Shape the mixture into four equal sized burgers. Place on a baking tray and chill for 30 minutes
• 3.Whilst the burgers are in the fridge, place the mayonnaise, low fat yoghurt, basil, lime juice and rind, black pepper and garlic in a bowl and mix well. Place in a serving dish.
• 4.Rinse the rocket (reserve a handful for the burgers) and spinach and toss together. Pile an equal amount on each plate and arrange slices of tomato on each.
• When the burgers have been chilled, heat the oil in a large frying pan and cook for around 3 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through.
• To serve, slice the buns and place a spoonful of lime mayo on each. Top with a burger, the remaining rocket and add the lid. Serve with the salad and remaining lime mayonnaise.

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