GREEK-STYLE LAMB BURGER

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

10 Minutes

Servings

4

These Greek burgers are juicy and packed with healthy aromatics like oregano, garlic, red pepper, fresh mint, and parsley. Top with the olive-studded feta spread for an explosion of flavor.

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 8 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
  • ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • ½ small red onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup parsley, chopped
  • 8 mint leaves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions:

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, feta, red peppers, and olives until well-blended. Set aside.
  2. Heat the grill to medium. Brush the grate with olive oil.
  3. Mix the remaining ingredients together in a large bowl. Form four equal-sized patties.
  4. Grill the patties, covered, for 4 minutes. Flip and grill on the other side for an additional 4 minutes or until done to your preference.
  5. Serve with the sauce, shredded lettuce, and pita halves.