Grilled Lamb Burgers
Juicy and packed with flavor, these grilled lamb burgers are perfect for any occasion, from casual family lunches to weekend barbecues. With a quick preparation time and a delightful combination of spices, this easy lamb burger recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Topped with a creamy tzatziki sauce, each bite is a culinary delight that elevates the traditional burger experience. Ideal for grilling outdoors, these burgers also offer versatility in serving options, making them a standout dish in your kitchen repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- ½ cup grated red onion
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Burger buns (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, grated red onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Press an indent in the center of each patty.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill patties for about 3–4 minutes per side or until they reach your desired doneness.
- Serve the lamb burgers on toasted buns with tzatziki sauce and your choice of toppings like arugula or tomato.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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