Northwest Crabcake Burgers

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Northwest Crabcake Burgers
30 min.
4
410kcal

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If you're in the mood for a delightful fusion of flavors that celebrates the oceanic charm of the Pacific Northwest, our Northwest Crabcake Burgers are a perfect choice. This vegetarian, dairy-free recipe offers a tantalizing twist on traditional crab cakes, making it a fantastic option for both seafood lovers and those seeking a refreshing, plant-based alternative.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden brown crabcake, bursting with zesty notes from fresh dill and tangy dill pickles, all nestled between warm, toasted focaccia. The contrasting textures of the crispy crabcake, fluffy bread, and crunchy lettuce create an irresistible culinary experience. Served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, these burgers are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this elegant yet simple dish, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy evening at home. With only 410 calories per serving, you won’t have to worry about indulging too much while savoring each mouthful. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your frying pan, and let the savory scents of these crabcake burgers fill your kitchen as you embark on this delicious culinary adventure.

Ingredients

  • cup dill sprigs fresh
  • tablespoons dill pickles chopped
  • 12 oz focaccia from 1 loaf 
  • cup torn leaf lettuce red
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • slices onion red very thin
  •  crabcakes homemade store-bought ( or )
  •  crabcakes homemade store-bought ( or )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add crabcakes to pan and cook, turning once, until golden and warmed, about 5 minutes total. Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, pickles, and pepper in a small bowl to combine.
  3. Cut focaccia into 4 squares big enough to fit 1 crabcake per square and split each horizontally; toast bread.
  4. Toss dill and lettuce in a small bowl to combine.
  5. Spread inside of focaccia tops with pickle mayonnaise. Set focaccia bottoms on plates and top with crabcakes, dill-lettuce salad, and onion, then focaccia tops.
  6. *We especially love Portland-based Picklopolis's naturally fermented garlic dill pickles (picklopolis.com).

Nutrition Facts

Calories410kcal
Protein8.02%
Fat47.85%
Carbs44.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.25
Glycemic Load
17.57
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
6.5208695971447%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
5.81mg
Kaempferol
1.66mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
9.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.07kcal
20.5%
Fat:22.15g
34.08%
Saturated Fat:2.69g
16.83%
Carbohydrates:45.96g
15.32%
Net Carbohydrates:43.78g
15.92%
Sugar:2.36g
2.63%
Cholesterol:7.84mg
2.61%
Sodium:710.15mg
30.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.36g
16.72%
Vitamin K:44.46µg
42.34%
Vitamin A:1464.7IU
29.29%
Vitamin C:11.52mg
13.96%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.16%
Fiber:2.18g
8.71%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.63%
Folate:24.65µg
6.16%
Iron:0.98mg
5.47%
Potassium:138.1mg
3.95%
Calcium:38.04mg
3.8%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.18%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.56%
Magnesium:9.88mg
2.47%
Phosphorus:19.67mg
1.97%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.66%
Copper:0.03mg
1.63%
Zinc:0.19mg
1.24%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.18%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes