If you like crab cakes as I do, this is an excellent alternative to the traditional Memorial Day menu. Although these crab cake burgers are easy to make, you may try replacing some ingredients with low-fat, low-calorie options to make it a bit healthier. If it’s something you occasionally make for a holiday, then a little indulgence won’t hurt.
You’ll enjoy devouring these crab cake burgers as they are tasty and filling! It’s an excellent alternative to meaty burgers that will make you feel guilty over their calories. Try the easy recipe now and start serving them to your kids.
Simple Crab Cake Burgers
These simple crab cake burgers don't disappoint. These are so filling–perfect for serving special guests at home.
Ingredients
Burger Ingredients
- 1 pound crabmeat - picked over and drained if necessary
1 tablespoon lemon juice - freshly squeezed
½ cup Panko breadcrumbs - whole wheat
1 large egg - preferably organic, lightly whisked
3 tablespoons Greek yogurt - 2%
2 tablespoons mayonnaise - canola oil 
2 stalks green onions (scallions or green shallots) - thinly sliced
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard - country
1 teaspoon Kosher salt- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Canola oil
Tartar Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise - canola oil
- ½ cup Greek yogurt - 2%
- 1 medium dill pickle relish - finely diced
- 2 teaspoons pickle juice
2 tablespoons red onion - finely diced- 1 teaspoon lemon juice - freshly squeezed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Serving Ingredients
4 medium hamburger buns - lightly toasted whole wheat
1 handful butter lettuce- 1 large red onion - thinly sliced
- 1 large tomato
Instructions
- Make tartar sauce: combine mayonnaise and Greek yogurt in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Chill until ready to serve.
- In a large bowl, mix together the crabmeat, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, egg, yogurt, mayonnaise, scallions, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste. The mixture will be a bit wet.
- Gently shape into 4 patties; place on a plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat, and brush with canola oil. (If your grill has wide grates, you may want to cook the crab cakes in a skillet on the grill). Cook the crab cake patties until golden, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Serve on toasted burger buns with tartar sauce, lettuce, red onion, and fresh lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 32gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 2559mgPotassium: 462mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 185IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 195mgIron: 3mg
How did this recipe turn out for you?We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
