Greek Salmon Burgers on a Cedar Grilling Plank

Yes, you CAN grill burgers on cedar planks!
(makes 4 servings)

1 lemon
1&1/4 lbs. skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1" cubes
1 egg
2 green onions. trimmed and chopped
2 T. fresh golden* oregano leaves
1/2 slice white sandwich bread
Kosher* salt
Freshly* ground pepper
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup chopped seedless cucumber
4 Ciabatta buns, split, spread with butter*, and toasted
Lettuce leaves

Soak cedar grilling plant in water at least 1 hour before grilling; drain. Finely shred peel from lemon; juice lemon to get 1 t. Set aside. In a food processor combine salmon, egg, green onions, oregano, bread, half the lemon peel, S&P. Pulse 5 times or until mixture holds together, scraping sides as needed. Shape into four 3/4" thick patties. Cover; chill 30 mins. In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, cucumber, remaining lemon peel, lemon juice, S&P. Cover; chill.

For charcoal grill: Arrange medium-hot coals around edge of grill. Place plank on grill rack directly over coals 5 mins. or until plank smokes and crackles; remove. Arrange patties on plank; place in center of grill rack. Cover; grill 10-12 mins. or until an instant-read thermometer reads 160, turning once. Serve salmon on buns with lettuce leaves and yogurt mixture.

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MM