Salmon Burger

Ingredients

• 1 (14.75-ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend
• 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 4 whole-wheat buns
• Garnishes: lettuce, tomato slices

Preparation

1. Combine salmon and next 12 ingredients in a bowl. Mix well. Form mixture into 4 equal patties about 1/2 inch thick.
2. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add patties, and cook 5 minutes on each side. Top bottom halves of buns with salmon burgers. Garnish, if desired. Cover with bun tops.