Oats replace breadcrumbs in this burger to improve macros. Dry-roasting allows for a crunchy breading despite using microwave heat. Cooktime is about ten minutes.

cost	calories	net carbs	fat	fiber	protein	sugar
~$1.521	585	30	35	5	31	1

Ingredients

• two bowls
• 1/2 cup dry rolled oats
• garlic / garlic powder
• onion / onion powder
• thyme or italian seasoning
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup canned salmon, drained
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 oz grated parmesan/similar
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

To avoid a messy breading and shaping process, we’ll layer the salmon between the oats:

• combine oats and seasonings in bowl
• microwave oats on high in 30 second intervals. Stir after each interval, scraping the bottom of the bowl to avoid burning. Continue until oats are browned and smell nutty, around 90 seconds total.
• remove and set aside half the oats in the second bowl
• add half the beaten egg onto the oats and shake to distribute evenly
• add salmon in a layer on top of the oats
• add mustard, lemon juice, and cheese on top of the salmon, using a spoon to distribute it evenly
• add the remaining oats and egg on top of the salmon
• microwave on high until breading is firm, around 3 minutes
• sprinkle on olive oil, salt/pepper to taste

Notes

Serve over greens for a more complete meal.

For a simpler preparation, cook the oats normally and then top with salmon. This approximates the flavor and accomodates adding frozen vegetables, but loses the novel crunch.

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Garlic Oatmeal is a simpler savory oatmeal with a similar flavor profile.