GREEK-STYLE LAMB BURGER
Prep Time
20 MinutesCook Time
10 MinutesServings
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:
- In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, feta, red peppers, and olives until well-blended. Set aside.
- Heat the grill to medium. Brush the grate with olive oil.
- Mix the remaining ingredients together in a large bowl. Form four equal-sized patties.
- 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.
- Serve with the sauce, shredded lettuce, and pita halves.