The Freaky Greek Lamb Burger

Sink your teeth into "The Freaky Greek Lamb Burger," a Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic favorite! Juicy ground lamb is seasoned with bold spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, then mixed with fresh parsley, red onion, and crumbled feta for a savory, flavor-packed patty. Grilled to perfection and nestled in a soft, toasted brioche bun, this burger is elevated with a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and cool cucumber slices. Quick to prepare in just over 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or your next backyard BBQ. Pair it with Greek salad or sweet potato fries to complete this irresistible meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground lamb
• 0.5 Red onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 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
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 Brioche buns
• 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce
• 4 Tomato slices
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 8 Cucumber slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, diced red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and crumbled feta cheese. Mix thoroughly but gently to avoid overworking the meat.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 3/4-inch thick.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the patties with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Cook the lamb patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking to retain their juiciness.

Step 5

Lightly toast the brioche buns on the grill or skillet for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 6

To assemble, spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, cucumber slices, and the cooked lamb burger.

Step 7

Spread more tzatziki sauce on the top half of the bun, if desired, and place it on top of the burger to complete.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite Mediterranean-inspired sides, such as sweet potato fries or a Greek salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1519.8 grams (1519.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2846

Total Fat 172.90g	222%
Saturated Fat 77.70g	389%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 694mg	231%
Sodium 6551mg	285%
Total Carbohydrate 156.60g	57%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 40.20g
Protein 160.30g	321%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 843mg	65%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 3122mg	66%

*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: 55.1%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 22.2%