Cajun Salmon Burgers with Avocado Crema

Ingredients

Salmon Burgers:
• 2 lbs salmon skinless salmon filets
• 2 tbsp ground chia seed
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 to 1 tsp cayenne, depending on how hot you like it
• 1 large egg
Avocado Crema:
• 1 avocado
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. For the salmon burgers, preheat grill to medium and lightly oil grill grate.
2. Finely chop about half of the salmon. In a food processor, process the remaining half until it’s not quite pureed. Combine both chopped salmon and blended salmon in a large bowl.
3. Add chia seed, paprika, oregano, pepper, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne. Add egg and use hands to work spices and egg into salmon mixture. Form into 8 patties about 1/2 inch thick.
4. Grill until just cooked through and no longer translucent in the center, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
5. For the avocado creme, combine avocado, yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth and well blended.
6. Serve burgers topped with avocado crema.