Mediterranean Burgers

Savor the bold, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these irresistible Mediterranean Burgers! Made with juicy ground lamb or beef, these patties are infused with crumbled feta cheese, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings like cumin, paprika, fresh parsley, and mint for a flavor-packed bite. Topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato slices, these burgers are a perfect fusion of savory Mediterranean flair and classic comfort food. Serve them on warm pita bread or soft burger buns for an elevated meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these Mediterranean Burgers are a flavorful twist on a backyard favorite that will have everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb (or beef as an alternative)
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 pieces pita bread or burger buns
• 0.5 cup tzatziki sauce (for serving)
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 8 slices tomato slices
• 8 slices optional cucumber slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb (or beef), crumbled feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, parsley, mint, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly but gently to avoid overworking the meat, which can result in tougher burgers.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty approximately 3/4 inch thick.

Step 4

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan if using a skillet.

Step 5

Cook the burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked to your desired doneness (internal temperature of 160°F for lamb or beef).

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, warm the pita bread or burger buns on the grill or in a toaster for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.

Step 7

Assemble each burger by placing a lettuce leaf and 2 tomato slices on the bottom half of the bun or pita bread. Add the cooked burger patty, then top with tzatziki sauce. Add additional cucumber slices if desired.

Step 8

Finish with the top half of the bun or fold the pita around the ingredients.

Step 9

Serve the Mediterranean burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as a Greek salad or roasted potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1297.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2559.4

Total Fat 145.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 425.8mg	0%
Sodium 5432.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 124.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 726.7mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 4086.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.1%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 29.6%