Middle Eastern Burgers

Infused with the bold, aromatic spices of cumin, coriander, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, these Middle Eastern Burgers are a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite. Made with juicy ground lamb or beef, freshly grated onion, minced garlic, and a touch of chopped parsley, these patties are bursting with authentic flavor in every bite. Perfectly seared on a skillet or grill pan, they’re layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, crunchy cucumber, and red onion, all tucked into a warm pita or burger bun. Elevate the flavor with a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce for a deliciously tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings. Serve with sweet potato fries or a fresh salad for a Mediterranean-inspired feast that’s sure to impress. Keywords: Middle Eastern Burgers, lamb burger recipe, Mediterranean-inspired burgers, tahini sauce, quick and easy dinner, ground lamb recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground lamb or beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely grated
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1.5 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 tbsp Tahini sauce (optional)
• 4 pieces Pita or burger buns
• 1 large Tomato slices
• 1 medium Red onion slices
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup Cucumber slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty, approximately 1 inch thick.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness.

Step 4

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the buns or pita by lightly toasting them, if desired.

Step 5

To assemble, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun or pita. Top with a cooked burger patty, followed by tomato slices, red onion slices, and cucumber slices. Drizzle with tahini sauce, if using.

Step 6

Finish by placing the top half of the bun or pita on the stack. Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as sweet potato fries or a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1278.9 grams (1278.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2582

Total Fat 153.00g	196%
Saturated Fat 47.70g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 400mg	133%
Sodium 4198mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 186.10g	68%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 19.80g
Protein 124.40g	249%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 403mg	31%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 2789mg	59%

*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: 52.6%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 28.4%