Greek Burger

Elevate your burger game with this irresistible Greek Burger recipe, a Mediterranean twist on a classic favorite. Made with juicy ground lamb blended with aromatic garlic, red onion, parsley, and earthy spices like oregano and cumin, each patty is infused with bold flavors and perfectly complemented by crumbled feta cheese. Grilled to perfection and served on toasted burger buns, these burgers are layered with creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp cucumber slices, juicy tomato, and fresh lettuce for a refreshing and flavorful finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend barbecue. Pair it with a classic Greek salad or crispy roasted potatoes for an authentic taste of the Mediterranean.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 4 burger buns
• 0.5 cup tzatziki sauce
• 0.5 cup sliced cucumber
• 0.5 cup sliced tomato
• 4 lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, minced garlic, chopped red onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 2

Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.

Step 3

Divide the lamb mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Grill the lamb patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly golden.

Step 7

Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 8

Place a cooked lamb patty on top of the tzatziki, followed by slices of cucumber, tomato, and a leaf of lettuce.

Step 9

Add the top bun and serve immediately with your favorite side, such as Greek salad or roasted potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	969.4 grams (969.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1976

Total Fat 107.10g	137%
Saturated Fat 43.20g	216%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g
Cholesterol 471mg	157%
Sodium 5130mg	223%
Total Carbohydrate 99.70g	36%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 16.50g
Protein 138.20g	276%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 520mg	40%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 2295mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 20.8%