MY BIG FAT GREEK BURGER

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I was looking for ideas on how to use up some fresh dill when I came upon a recipe at myeatingwell.com. The cooked spinach not only adds some great flavor, it helps keep the extra lean beef moist and tender. Presented here are my modifications to their dish.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb 93% lean ground beef
1/2 cup cooked spinach, squeezed dry (frozen works well)
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, preferably sheep's-milk
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup nonfat greek-style plain yogurt
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 pinch kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
4 whole wheat pita bread or 4 white pita bread, warmed
1/2 cucumber, cut into 16 thin slices
2 plum tomatoes (use a dry tomato to avoid a soggy sandwich) or 3 campari tomatoes, thin sliced (use a dry tomato to avoid a soggy sandwich)
1 small red onion, cut into thin papery slices

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients for the yogurt sauce in a small bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • To prepare the burgers combine the spinach, feta, and herbs together in a medium bowl until just mixed. Gently fold in the ground beef taking care not to over mix as that will toughen the burger. Divide the mix into fourths and shape into patties.
  • Prepare your indoor grill with a light coating of olive oil, olive oil flavored cooking spray would work well here. Cook the burgers about 4 minutes on the indoor grill.
  • To serve your burgers, split the warmed pita bread and the burgers. Allow diners to adorn with onion slices, cucumbers, tomatoes and sauce to taste.

Kamilis Gincauskas
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These burgers are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I highly recommend them!


Bindu Khalra
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything on hand to make these burgers.


ruben Fernandez
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These burgers are amazing! The flavors are incredible and the tzatziki sauce is the perfect complement.


Orson Cruz
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The burgers are always juicy and flavorful, and the tzatziki sauce is delicious.


Rita Banik
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The burgers are delicious and the tzatziki sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


SAMUEL PIDHROPSHI
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I made these burgers for my family and they loved them! They said they were the best burgers they've ever had.


Douglas Newhouse
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These burgers are so juicy and flavorful. I highly recommend them.


Grace Mugure
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I love how this recipe uses fresh herbs. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the burgers.


Hial Jani
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I've tried many Greek burger recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are amazing.


wayne bailey
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making these burgers again and again.


Abdul Wahab Ansari
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I made these burgers for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


KingJR theMusic
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These burgers are so delicious! I can't wait to make them again.


Maxpie
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything on hand to make these burgers.


Ahmad Shk
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I followed the recipe exactly and the burgers turned out perfectly. They were juicy and flavorful.


Natural Vlogs
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This is the best Greek burger I've ever had. The combination of flavors is incredible.


masood anjum
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I've made this burger several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves it!


Ivan Kopjar
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I substituted ground turkey for the beef and it turned out great! This recipe is very versatile.


Mhmd Rawashdih
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The tzatziki sauce is the perfect complement to the burger. It's tangy and refreshing.


Jazmin Lee
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even a beginner cook can make this burger.


Alpha 201
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This Greek burger was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the burger was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.