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Homemade Mediterranean lamb burger recipe with feta, tzatziki, and fresh herbs on a white marble counter, captured from above in natural light.

Mediterranean Lamb Burger Recipe

Juicy Mediterranean Lamb Burger featuring ground lamb, feta, mint, and tzatziki sauce — ready in 30 minutes. A flavorful Greek-style burger that’s simple, fresh, and irresistibly homemade.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $18

Equipment

  • 1 Cast iron skillet or grill pan For indoor cooking and creating a perfect crust
  • 1 Outdoor grill (optional) Charcoal or gas adds extra flavor
  • 1 Meat thermometer Ensures accurate cooking temperature
  • 2 Mixing bowls One large for lamb, one medium for tzatziki
  • 1 Box grater For grating cucumber
  • 1 Kitchen towel To squeeze water from cucumber
  • 1 Spatula For flipping burgers easily
  • 1 set Measuring cups and spoons For accurate seasoning

Ingredients

Lamb Patties

  • 1.5 pounds Ground lamb Choose 15–20% fat for juiciness
  • 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Adds tangy flavor and moisture
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances Mediterranean flavor
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh mint, chopped Traditional Greek touch
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped Adds color and freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Dried oregano Classic Mediterranean herb
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Adds warmth and depth
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For mild sweetness and color
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Enhances all flavors
  • 1 large Egg Helps bind the patties

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Use full-fat for creaminess
  • 0.5 piece Cucumber, grated & squeezed dry Prevents watery sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Flavor base
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped Traditional tzatziki herb
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
  • Salt and pepper To taste

Assembly

  • 4–6 pieces Burger buns or pita bread Brioche, ciabatta, or pita
  • Sliced tomatoes Roma variety recommended
  • Sliced red onion Adds crunch and sharpness
  • Fresh lettuce or arugula Arugula for peppery bite
  • Extra feta cheese Optional topping
  • Kalamata olives Optional, for authentic flavor

Instructions

  • Grate cucumber and squeeze dry using a kitchen towel.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate.
  • Combine ground lamb, feta, garlic, herbs, spices, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Shape into 4–6 patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Grill or pan-fry patties 4–5 minutes per side over medium-high heat.
  • Toast buns or warm pita while burgers rest.
  • Spread tzatziki on bun, add lettuce, patty, toppings, and more sauce.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 240g | Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 820mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3.2mg