Mediterranean Diet Mini Chicken Burgers
These Mediterranean Diet Mini Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic favorite, packed with nutrient-rich ingredients and bold, aromatic spices. Made with lean ground chicken, fresh parsley, mint, and the warm flavors of cumin and coriander, these bite-sized burgers are perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Each patty is cooked to golden perfection, then paired with a refreshing homemade cucumber-yogurt sauce for an authentic Mediterranean touch. Served on whole wheat buns and layered with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, these sliders are as wholesome as they are delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also an excellent choice for those following a heart-healthy, Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 0.5 medium, finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 medium, grated and drained cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 mini whole wheat burger buns
- 1 medium, sliced tomato
- 8 lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Shape the mixture into 8 small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Cook the chicken patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
While the patties are cooking, prepare the cucumber-yogurt sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
To assemble the burgers, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, then add a chicken patty. Top with a tomato slice and a dollop of cucumber-yogurt sauce.
Cover with the top half of the bun, and serve the mini chicken burgers immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 4251 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.4 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 138.2 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3951 mg | 84% | |
*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.
