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Greek Burgers

Greek Burgers

Enjoy the ultimate summer meal with our Greek Burgers. Juicy lamb patties infused with fresh herbs and spices, stuffed in pita pockets with creamy yogurt sauce and crunchy vegetables. It's a deliciously easy weeknight dinner that will impress your family and friends!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 whole zest of one lemon
  • 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 7 ounces feta crumbled into large pieces
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • 1 cup sliced cucumbers
  • 2 tomatoes sliced
  • Mint leaves for garnish
  • 6 small pita pockets or 3 large halved
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 clove garlic smashed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 whole zest of one lemon
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped mint

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Peeler

Method
 

  1. Pour the excess moisture off the top of the yogurt and place it in a bowl. Grate the cucumber, then place the strips in a colander and toss with salt. Set aside for 20 minutes to drain, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Preheat grill to medium heat. Use your hands to mix the first 8 ingredients in a bowl. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
  3. Divide the meat mixture into 6 equal portions, then shape it into 1-inch thick ovals. Brush patties with olive oil and salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the patties for 10 minutes, carefully flipping once. Place the patties inside pitas and stuff with cucumbers, tomatoes, and mint leaves. Top with yogurt sauce.

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the uncooked patties for up to three months. Just make sure to separate them with parchment paper.
  • Pairing: Serve with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Herb Variations: Experiment with fresh herbs like dill or parsley in the burger mix for a different flavor profile.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use lettuce wraps instead of pita for a gluten-free version of this dish.