Spicy Lamb Burger Recipe
These lamb burgers by Alison Needham are a unique twist on an old classic. Serve them at your next cook out with an icy cold (gluten-free) beer.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 459kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ pounds ground lamb
- 1 large shallot, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon ground New Mexican chile powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
For the cucumber sauce:
- ½ cup low fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons finely grated cucumber
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat a grill over medium-hot flames.
- Place lamb, shallot, herbs, spices, salt and pepper and feta cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix together with your hands (or a fork) until evenly incorporated. Shape into four patties. Set aside.
- Mix ingredients for yogurt sauce and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Oil the grill and cook burgers for 5-7 minutes a side, or until done to your likeness.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with yogurt sauce and topped with additional fresh herbs like mint, thyme, or cilantro…and maybe a handful of baby spinach too.
Nutrition
Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 787mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 328IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 3mg