Lemon-Scented "Salmon-icious" Burgers - Sutter Home Family Vineyards

Ingredients

• 6 slices smoked bacon
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon organic honey
• 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) Irish butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) Irish butter, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon mild New Mexico red chile powder
• 2 slices fresh white bread
• 2 pounds fresh salmon fillet
• 1 1/2 egg whites
• 2 teaspoons smoked sea salt
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Vegetable oil, for brushing on the grill rack
• 3 medium lemons, halved
• Truffle oil spray
• 6 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
• 6 challah buns, split
• 6 (1/4-inch-thick) slices large heirloom tomato
• 6 red-leaf lettuce leaves