Mediterranean Lamb Smash Burger with Tzatziki
Yields
4 PeoplePrep Time
15 MinutesCook Time
15 MinutesTotal Time
30 Minutes
Ingredients
- Tzatziki Sauce
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup mini cucumber, grated
- 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Weber® Roasted Garlic and Herb Seasoning
- Smashed Lamb Burger
- 1 lb ground lamb
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled, plus more for topping
- 1 tbsp Weber® Roasted Garlic and Herb Seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 pita breads
- Toppings
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup mini cucumber, cut into half-moons
- ½ cup arugula
- ¼ cup red onion, slivers
This Mediterranean Smashed Lamb Burger with Tzatziki Sauce is a flavorful and fresh dish that highlights the vibrant spices and ingredients of the Mediterranean. Perfect for a unique and satisfying meal!
Directions
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed to remove excess water), dill, lemon juice, and Weber® Roasted Garlic and Herb Seasoning. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to 400°F and place a grill pan or griddle on the grates.
- Prepare Lamb Mixture: In a bowl, mix ground lamb, ½ cup feta cheese, Weber® Roasted Garlic and Herb Seasoning, and cumin until well combined. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into balls.
- Cook Smashed Lamb Burgers: Once the grill is hot, place a lamb ball onto the grill pan. Flatten it with a pita bread using a spatula or burger press until thin. Cook for 5–6 minutes or until crispy on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes. Warm each pita bread on the grill while the lamb cooks.
- Assemble and Serve: Place each lamb patty on a warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, arugula, red onions, and extra feta cheese. Serve immediately.
Tips & Tricks
- Squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber in the tzatziki sauce to keep it creamy and flavorful.
