Dill-Yogurt Salmon Burgers with Cucumber Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Flaky salmon patties with fresh dill and lemon, served on toasted buns with a cool cucumber salad for a refreshing twist on seafood burgers. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, plain Greek yogurt, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, cooked and flaked salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 4 brioche buns
• 1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine flaked salmon, 3 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp flour, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until combined without overworking.
2. Step 2: Divide mixture into 4 patties (about 1/2 inch thick). Chill 15 minutes to firm up.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F/63°C).
4. Step 4: While burgers cook, whisk together cucumber, red onion, 1 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper for salad. Toss to coat.
5. Step 5: Toast buns lightly. Assemble burgers with 1 patty per bun, topped with cucumber salad. Serve immediately.