The Freaky Greek Lamb Burger
Sink your teeth into "The Freaky Greek Lamb Burger," a Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic favorite! Juicy ground lamb is seasoned with bold spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, then mixed with fresh parsley, red onion, and crumbled feta for a savory, flavor-packed patty. Grilled to perfection and nestled in a soft, toasted brioche bun, this burger is elevated with a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and cool cucumber slices. Quick to prepare in just over 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or your next backyard BBQ. Pair it with Greek salad or sweet potato fries to complete this irresistible meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground lamb
- 0.5 Red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 Brioche buns
- 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 4 Tomato slices
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 8 Cucumber slices
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, diced red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and crumbled feta cheese. Mix thoroughly but gently to avoid overworking the meat.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 3/4-inch thick.
Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the patties with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Cook the lamb patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking to retain their juiciness.
Lightly toast the brioche buns on the grill or skillet for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
To assemble, spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, cucumber slices, and the cooked lamb burger.
Spread more tzatziki sauce on the top half of the bun, if desired, and place it on top of the burger to complete.
Serve immediately with your favorite Mediterranean-inspired sides, such as sweet potato fries or a Greek salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.9 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.7 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 694 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 6551 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.6 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 160.3 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 843 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3122 mg | 66% | |
*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.
