Mediterranean Diet Cheese-Stuffed Burger Patty
Elevate your burger night with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Cheese-Stuffed Burger Patty recipe, a fusion of bold, wholesome flavors inspired by the Mediterranean coast. Combining lean ground beef and lamb with aromatic herbs like fresh parsley, dried oregano, and cumin, this juicy burger features a surprise center of creamy, tangy feta cheese that melts into gooey perfection. Fresh spinach, red onion, and garlic add a vibrant touch, while a seared golden crust locks in all the savory goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these patties are perfect served on whole-grain buns and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce for a true Mediterranean feast. Whether you’re craving a gourmet twist or looking for a healthy indulgence, this dish is sure to impress! Keywords: Mediterranean burger, cheese-stuffed patty, healthy burger recipe, feta-stuffed burger, lamb and beef burger.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 0.5 pound lean ground lamb
- 3 ounces feta cheese
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.5 red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Finely chop the spinach leaves, garlic, and half of the red onion. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef and lamb. Mix together with your hands until well integrated.
Add the chopped spinach, garlic, red onion, fresh parsley, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions (approximately the size of a tennis ball).
Flatten each portion into a patty shape (about 1/2 inch thick).
Crumble feta cheese and divide it equally between 4 of the patties, placing it in the center and leaving space around the edges.
Place the remaining patties on top of the feta-topped patties and press the edges to seal the cheese inside.
Heat a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the stuffed patties to the skillet.
Cook the patties for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the patties are browned and cooked through.
Remove from heat and let the patties rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the cheese-stuffed burger patties with your choice of whole-grain buns, fresh lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber, tzatziki sauce, or any other Mediterranean-inspired toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.7 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 538 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 3829 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 146.8 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 549 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1101 mg | 23% | |
*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.
