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Juicy Greek Lamb Burgers: Taste Paradise

Greek Lamb Burgers (with Tzatziki)
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Transport your taste buds to the Greek isles with these juicy, flavorful lamb burgers, perfectly complemented by a cool and refreshing tzatziki sauce. This recipe offers a delightful Mediterranean escape for your next cookout.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Tzatziki:
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber, seeds removed and squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Serving:
  • 4 burger buns
  • Lettuce
  • Tomato slices
  • Red onion slices

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground lamb, red onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to overmix.
  2. Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
  3. To make the tzatziki, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dill in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and set aside.
  4. Preheat your grill or a skillet to medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the lamb burgers for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness.
  6. While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
  7. Assemble the burgers: place a cooked lamb patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a generous amount of tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion slices. Place the top half of the bun on top.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cumin to the burger mixture.
  • If you don’t have fresh dill for the tzatziki, you can use dried dill, but use less as it’s more potent.
  • Ensure the cucumber is well-drained for the tzatziki to prevent a watery sauce.

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