The Freaky Greek (Lamb Burger) Recipe

Name: The Freaky Greek (Lamb Burger)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 jarred roasted red peppers; 13 cucumber, peeled and chopped; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; ½ cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 garlic clove; 12 lemon, juice of; 2 lbs ground lamb; 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion (about a palmful); 1 tablespoon chili powder (about a palmful); 1 teaspoon dried oregano (about 1/3 palmful); 1 teaspoon paprika (about 1/3 palmful); 1 teaspoon garlic powder (about 1/3 palmful); 2 pinches ground cinnamon; salt and pepper; extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (EVOO); 4 romaine lettuce leaves; 4 crusty rolls, split; thinly sliced bell pepper, red onions, tomatoes and hot fresh chiles, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 jarred roasted red peppers
13 cucumber, peeled and chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove
12 lemon, juice of
2 lbs ground lamb
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion (about a palmful)
1 tablespoon chili powder (about a palmful)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (about 1/3 palmful)
1 teaspoon paprika (about 1/3 palmful)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (about 1/3 palmful)
2 pinches ground cinnamon
salt and pepper
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (EVOO)
4 romaine lettuce leaves
4 crusty rolls, split
thinly sliced bell pepper, red onions, tomatoes and hot fresh chiles, for garnish

1
Using a food processor, puree the roasted peppers, cucumber, feta, yogurt, garlic and lemon juice.
2
In a large bowl, combine the lamb, onion, chili powder, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3
Form into four 4-inch patties.
4
In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of EVOO over medium-high heat.
5
Add the patties and cook, turning once, for 8 minutes for medium.
6
Place a romaine leaf and a patty on each roll bottom and top with the garnishes.
7
Slather the sauce on the roll tops and set in place.

1093

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 jarred roasted red peppers, 13 cucumber, peeled and chopped, ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, and more.

Yes, The Freaky Greek (Lamb Burger) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

The Freaky Greek (Lamb Burger)

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