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Top Salmon Burger Toppings

Here are all the best salmon burger toppings to accessorize your sandwich! There are endless variations to try.

Salmon burger toppings

Making salmon burgers? One of my favorite ways to eat salmon is patted into a patty, seasoned and pan-fried until lightly crispy. There are endless ideas for how to accessorize salmon burgers into a sandwich: and I want to eat them all!

After testing a few different variations, I’ve found my favorite classic way to serve them: and a bunch of other fun ways I love. The flavor of salmon is mild enough to play well with almost any flavor profile you try, so feel free to get creative, too. Here’s everything I’ve tested and enjoyed!

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Top Salmon Burger Topping Ideas

1. Classic Salmon Burger

This is my go-to, the one I come back to again and again. It makes a sandwich that’s bright, creamy, and incredibly satisfying.

  • Remoulade sauce: Try French-style remoulade sauce with mayo, capers, and fresh herbs
  • Tomato
  • Red onion
  • Lettuce

2. California-Style Salmon Burger

This one earned reader love for good reason: it’s fresh, bright, and feels like summer.

3. Umami-Packed Salmon Burger

This is the combination I pull out when I want to impress.

4. Pesto Salmon Burger

Salmon and pesto were made for each other! Serve this one on ciabatta for full Italian effect.

Salmon Burger

5. Mexican-Style Salmon Burger

Guacamole and pico de gallo are a natural fit for salmon: the fat of the avocado balances the richness and the pico adds brightness.

  • Guacamole: Try homemade or purchased
  • Pico de gallo: Try homemade or purchased
  • Lettuce

6. Cajun Salmon Burger

For spice lovers, here’s a fun spin using a spicy sauce and sauteed veggies:

7. Lemon Dill Salmon Burger

Here’s a delicious burger topping idea that’s Mediterranean inspired:

Burger and Bun Ideas

Here are my favorite burger and bun ideas:

  • Salmon burger: Try my Best Salmon Burgers made with fresh salmon, or opt for Salmon Patties made with canned salmon
  • Bun ideas: A great bun tastes a burger taste better! Look for a brioche bun or sourdough bun.
  • Ciabatta or focaccia: Use ciabatta or focaccia for an Italian-style salmon burger.

Let us know what you decide on for your salmon burger toppings in the comments below!

Frequently Asked Questions

What sauce goes best on a salmon burger?

Remoulade is my top pick: its tangy, herby, briny character is a natural match for salmon. Spicy mayo is a close second, especially if you like a little heat. Tartar sauce is also a classic option worth trying.

What cheese goes on a salmon burger?

Provolone and fresh mozzarella are my favorites: both are mild enough not to overpower the fish. Avoid sharp aged cheeses like cheddar, which clashes with the salmon flavor.

What sides go well with salmon burgers?

A crisp Caesar salad is a classic pairing, or keep things light with a simple arugula salad. Oven-baked sweet potato fries are another favorite in my house for a more filling meal.

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Here are all the best salmon burger toppings to accessorize your sandwich! There are endless variations to try. 

  • Author: Sonja Overhiser
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Varies

Ingredients

Classic salmon burger

California style salmon burger

Umami-packed salmon burger

Pesto salmon burger

Mexican-style salmon burgers

Cajun-style salmon burger

Lemon dill salmon burger

Instructions

  1. Make the Salmon Burgers. 
  2. Make the sauce (above).
  3. Assemble the toppings (above). Toast the bun, and serve. 

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