Mediterranean Chi Chi Burgers

Transform burger night with these irresistible Mediterranean Chi Chi Burgers, a fusion of bold flavors and juicy, tender texture. Made with ground lamb or beef and infused with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano, these burgers offer a tantalizing twist on the classic patty. A creamy homemade yogurt-mint sauce adds a refreshing, tangy contrast, while toasted buns, crisp lettuce, and ripe tomato slices provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under 40 minutes, these gourmet burgers are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Pair with crunchy fries or a vibrant salad for the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground lamb or beef (or a mix)
• 100 g crumbled feta cheese
• 50 g plain breadcrumbs
• 1 medium shallot, finely minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 30 g fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 150 g Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 10 g fresh mint, chopped
• 4 burger buns
• 4 pieces tomato slices
• 4 leaves lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, crumbled feta, breadcrumbs, minced shallot, garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Crack the egg into the mixture and mix everything thoroughly using your hands until well combined.

Step 3

Form the mixture into 4 evenly sized burger patties, about 2 cm thick. Set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, mint, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to create the yogurt sauce. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 6

Cook the burger patties for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C for beef, slightly lower for lamb if desired).

Step 7

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

Step 8

Assemble the burgers: spread a layer of the yogurt sauce on the bottom bun, add a lettuce leaf, a cooked burger patty, a tomato slice, and top with more yogurt sauce if desired. Place the top bun on and serve.

Step 9

Serve immediately, optionally with fries or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1235.2 grams (1235.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2678

Total Fat 162.60g	208%
Saturated Fat 61.30g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 5618mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 143.40g	52%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 20.50g
Protein 142.00g	284%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 964mg	74%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 2530mg	54%

*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: 56.2%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 22.0%