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Flavorful Greek Style Lamb Burgers Recipe with Easy Tzatziki Sauce

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Juicy, herbaceous Greek style lamb burgers paired with a creamy, garlicky tzatziki sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground lamb
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup (120ml) Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
  • ½ cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • 4 burger buns (brioche or whole wheat recommended)
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Sliced red onions
  • Fresh lettuce leaves
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the peeled cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Make the Lamb Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly distributed.
  3. Form the Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz/115g each). Shape each into a round patty about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Make a slight indentation in the center with your thumb.
  4. Cook the Burgers: Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness. Avoid pressing down on patties while cooking.
  5. Toast the Buns: Slice and lightly toast the buns on the grill pan or in a toaster.
  6. Assemble the Burgers: Spread tzatziki on the bottom bun, add lamb patty, then layer with tomato slices, red onion rings, lettuce, and optional feta cheese. Top with the bun crown and serve immediately.

Notes

If patties feel loose, refrigerate for 15 minutes before cooking to help hold shape. Make a slight indentation in the center of patties to prevent puffing. Avoid overmixing meat to keep patties tender. Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier tzatziki. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. For dairy-free tzatziki, substitute Greek yogurt with thick coconut yogurt. Gluten-free buns can be used for gluten-free option.

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