Salmon Burgers With Basil Mayonaise

Salmon Burgers With Basil Mayonaise

Ingredients

    1  beaten egg

    3/4  cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs (1 slice)

    4  teaspoons snipped fresh basil

    1/4  teaspoon pepper

    1 6-1/2-ounce  can skinless, boneless salmon, drained and flaked

    1/2  medium carrot, finely shredded (1/4 cup)

    1/4  cup finely shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese (1 ounce)

    2  tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing

    1  tablespoon dairy sour cream

    2  teaspoons snipped fresh basil

    1  teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel

    3  lettuce leaves

    3  slices rye or whole wheat bread, toasted

    Tomato wedges (optional)

Mwthods:

1. In a large mixing bowl combine egg, bread crumbs, 4 teaspoons basil, and pepper. Add salmon, carrot, and cheese. Mix lightly. Shape salmon mixture into three 3/4-inch-thick round patties.

2. Place salmon patties on a lightly greased baking sheet. Broil patties about 3 inches from the heat about 8 minutes or until heated through and light brown, carefully turning patties once after 4 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, for the basil mayonnaise, combine mayonnaise or salad dressing, sour cream, 2 teaspoons basil, and lemon peel.

4. Place a lettuce leaf on each slice of toasted bread. Top each with a salmon burger and some of the basil mayonnaise. Serve with tomato wedges, if desired. Makes 3 servings.

5. Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare burgers; but do not broil. Cover and chill up to 4 hours. Prepare mayonnaise. Cover and chill up to 4 hours. Broil burgers and serve as above.