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Lamb Burgers & Greek Yogurt Tzatziki

An inexpensive way to pack flavor into dinner. Plus, it’s fun to make! Lamb Burgers & Greek Yogurt Tzatziki .

INGREDIENTS Lamb Burgers & Greek Yogurt Tzatziki 

For the Greek Yogurt Tzatziki

1 cup of Elizabeth’s Homemade Greek Yogurt
1/2 cup of peeled and diced organic cucumber (1/4″ dice)
2 TBSP finely chopped fresh dill
2 TBSP garlic powder
2 TBSP onion powder
2 TBSP lemon juice
1 tsp good olive oil

For the Lamb Burgers

1 LB freshly ground lamb
1 cup finely crumbled feta cheese
1 TBSP dried oregano
1/2 tsp Himalayan pink salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper

METHOD

Start with the Greek Yogurt Tzatziki so that if has extra time to chill while the burgers are cooking.  Mix all the ingredients, cover and refrigerate.   Combine the lamb, feta cheese, salt, pepper and oregano well and divide into four 1/4 lb patties.  Can be pan-fried over medium heat (so the cheese doesn’t burn) or cooked on a grill (indirect heat) for about 5-6 minutes per side.  Internal temp 145 degrees (F)  Serve on a toasted bun with Greek Yogurt Tzatziki, tomato slices and lettuce.

About elizabethd

Elizabeth Dougherty created FOOD TRAVEL USA in 2010 and continues to serve as the program’s host. FOOD TRAVEL USA is an ongoing weekly national radio and streaming entertainment program covering food, travel, consumer issues, airline and cruise travel, recreational vehicles, privacy, self-sufficiency and the stories affecting everyday American life. The two-hour program airs live every Friday from 5:00–7:00 PM Eastern / 2:00–4:00 PM Pacific and is available nationwide and worldwide through internet radio, streaming and podcast platforms.

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