Greek Island Lamb Burgers with Grilled Feta Recipe

Name: Greek Island Lamb Burgers with Grilled Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more for sprinkling; 1 teaspoon minced mint leaves; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 cups pitted oil-cured black Greek olives; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley; One 10-ounce piece of firm feta cheese, cut into 6 slices; 6 kaiser rolls, split and toasted; 1 large tomato, cut into 6 slices

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds ground lamb
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon minced mint leaves
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 cups pitted oil-cured black Greek olives
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
One 10-ounce piece of firm feta cheese, cut into 6 slices
6 kaiser rolls, split and toasted
1 large tomato, cut into 6 slices

1
Light a grill.
2
In a large bowl, combine the lamb with half of the garlic, the 1/2 teaspoon of oregano and the mint, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
3
Mix gently and pat into 6 burgers.
4
Let stand for 15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the olives with the remaining minced garlic and process until coarsely chopped.
6
Add the 1/4 cup of olive oil and process to a paste.
7
Scrape the tapenade into a bowl and stir in the parsley.
8
Brush the burgers with oil and grill them over a hot fire until medium-rare, 4 minutes per side.
9
Carefully put the feta slices on the grill and grill just until hot, about 10 seconds per side.
10
Sprinkle the feta with oregano and set each slice on a burger.
11
Spread the tapenade on the rolls.
12
Top with the burgers and the tomato slices.
13
Close the sandwiches and serve.

2109

kcal

Calories

195

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more for sprinkling, 1 teaspoon minced mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Greek Island Lamb Burgers with Grilled Feta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Island Lamb Burgers with Grilled Feta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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