Not Your Typical Lamb Burger

Elevate your burger game with "Not Your Typical Lamb Burger," a bold and flavorful twist on the classic. Featuring tender ground lamb infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, this recipe delivers a Middle Eastern-inspired flair. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy bite, while a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made from grated cucumber and Greek yogurt perfectly balances the rich flavors. Nestled in buttery brioche buns and topped with crisp baby spinach and juicy tomato slices, each bite is a harmony of textures and tastes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gourmet lamb burger is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 brioche buns
• 0.5 cucumber, grated
• 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp dried dill
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves
• 1 tomato, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, minced garlic, red onion, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

Step 2

Gentle fold in the crumbled feta cheese, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

Step 5

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by squeezing out any excess liquid from the grated cucumber using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and dill. Mix well and set aside.

Step 7

Toast the brioche buns either in a toaster or on a skillet until lightly golden.

Step 8

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce onto the bottom half of each bun. Layer with a handful of baby spinach, a few slices of tomato, and the lamb burger patty. Top with the remaining tzatziki sauce and the top half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Not Your Typical Lamb Burger with your favorite side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1222.8 grams (1222.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2748

Total Fat 162.00g	208%
Saturated Fat 73.40g	367%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.80g
Cholesterol 681mg	227%
Sodium 6110mg	266%
Total Carbohydrate 146.60g	53%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 36.90g
Protein 167.30g	335%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 705mg	54%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 2783mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 21.6%