Grilled Lamb and Feta Burgers
- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 4 to 6
- Nutritional Info per Serving: Calories 558, Total Fat 37 g, Saturated Fat 18 g, Carbohydrates 25 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 30 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 664 mg
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Preparation: 25 minutes
- Resting Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 8 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- pound feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 4 to 6 burger rolls or buns
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek whole milk yogurt
- 1 English cucumber, seeded, finely grated, and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Fire up your senses with this tantalizing mix: In a medium bowl, gently combine 1 pound ground lamb, 2 minced garlic cloves, pound crumbled feta, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, cup chopped fresh parsley, and salt and pepper. Avoid overmixing to keep patties juicyform into 4 to 6 irresistible burgers.
- Preheat your grill pan over medium-high heat for that perfect sear. Grill patties 4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Rest them 10 minutes off the heat to lock in flavors that'll make your taste buds dance.
- Assemble on toasted rolls or buns, piled high with creamy Easy Tzatziki Sauce (recipe below). One bite, and you'll be transported to Mediterranean bliss!
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
- Whip up cool perfection: Blend 1 cup Greek yogurt, grated and drained English cucumber, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper. Chill until serving for maximum zing.
What Makes This Recipe Special
Unlock the magic of allspicethis versatile gem subtly elevates savory lamb with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, just as the English discovered. It's the secret star in Cincinnati chili too. These burgers burst with bold, juicy flavor that'll have everyone begging for seconds!
Optional Additions
Elevate with finely chopped fresh mint in the patties or tzatziki for a burst of herbaceous freshness. Hosting a party? Shrink to slidersthey vanish like magic, sparking rave reviews and empty plates!
