My Big Fat Greco Inspired Burger Recipe

Name: My Big Fat Greco Inspired Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Burger; 2 lbs ground lamb; 3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; salt and pepper; oil, for brushing on the grill rack; 6 small pita breads; 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce; Tzatziki with feta; 1 small cucumber; 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh dill; 1/2 cup crumbled Greek feta cheese; Grilled Eggplant; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 large eggplant

Servings: persons

Burger
2 lbs ground lamb
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
salt and pepper
oil, for brushing on the grill rack
6 small pita breads
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
Tzatziki with feta
1 small cucumber
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons fresh dill
1/2 cup crumbled Greek feta cheese
Grilled Eggplant
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large eggplant

1
Tzatziki with feta:
2
Seed and chop the cucumber. In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumber, yogurt, garlic, dill and feta. Refrigerate and chill for 1 hour.
3
Grilled Eggplant:
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In a small bowl, combine vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until thick and well blended. Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds. Arrange in a 13x9x2-inch baking dish; coat well with dressing. Grill eggplant until tender, about 3 minutes each side, keep warm.
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Lamb burger:
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In a large bowl blend together lamb, mint, cumin, salt and pepper, to taste. Form 6 patties.
7
Before grilling burgers, brush the grill rack with oil. Place the patties on the rack turning once, 4 minutes each side.
8
Cut pitas horizontally and lightly toast over indirect heat.
9
Assemble burgers as follows: pita bottom, lettuce, burger topped generously with tzatziki, a slice of grilled eggplant, and the top of the pita.

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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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Burger, 2 lbs ground lamb, 3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, My Big Fat Greco Inspired Burger 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.

My Big Fat Greco Inspired Burger

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