Harissa Burgers

Elevate your burger game with these bold and flavorful Harissa Burgers, where smoky, spicy harissa paste meets juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef for an unforgettable bite. These gourmet-style burgers are quick to prepare, ready in just 25 minutes, and feature a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt and mint sauce that perfectly complements the heat of the harissa. Topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and crisp red onion, all sandwiched in a toasted bun, they deliver a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a weeknight dinner with a kick, these harissa burgers are a must-try for spice lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 2 tbsp Harissa paste
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 Burger buns
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Fresh mint leaves (chopped)
• 1 Tomato (sliced)
• 0.25 Red onion (sliced)
• 4 Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, harissa paste, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated, but avoid overmixing to keep the burgers tender.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the surface.

Step 4

Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on one side without moving them, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until they reach your desired level of doneness (160°F internal temperature for medium).

Step 5

While the burgers are cooking, mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped mint in a small bowl to make the yogurt sauce. Set aside.

Step 6

Lightly toast the burger buns on the skillet or grill pan if desired.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread a dollop of yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun, then layer with a lettuce leaf, a burger patty, slices of tomato, red onion, and the top half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with additional yogurt sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	940.8 grams (940.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1899

Total Fat 115.20g	148%
Saturated Fat 39.20g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 317mg	106%
Sodium 3809mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 98.50g	36%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 17.40g
Protein 100.00g	200%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 353mg	27%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 1796mg	38%

*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: 56.6%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 21.5%