How to Make Grilled Athenian Burger
When is a burger not just a burger? You’ll soon find out after trying this version. You may substitute 50% lamb for beef in this recipe as well. I sometimes spike this recipe with crushed red chili flakes or a minced Serrano chili because I’m a spicy food freak.
Note—The Nutrition Facts information for this recipe is for the burger patty and suggested toppings only.
10 min prep time
13 min cook time
4servings
1 burger
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl combine all ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide mixture into 4 equal parts and form 4 burgers. Place on a plate and refrigerate until ready for grilling.
- Spray grill or stove-top grill pan with high- heat olive or canola oil spray. Heat grill to high temperature (450–500°F).
- Grill burgers for approximately 6–8 minutes. Turn and repeat process for an additional 4–5 minutes. Check for doneness with a thermometer. Internal temperature should be about 160°F as they will continue to cook for a few minutes.
- Top with fresh romaine leaves, sliced tomatoes, and red onion on a whole-grain bun or wrapped in a pita.
Nutrition facts
4 Servings
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Serving Size
1 burger
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Amount per serving
Calories
160
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
6g
8%-
Saturated Fat
2.7g
14% -
Trans Fats
0.1g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
70mg
23% -
Sodium
70mg
3% -
Total Carbohydrate
1g
<1%-
Dietary Fiber
0g
0% -
Total Sugars
1g
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
24g
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Potassium
390mg
8%
Ingredients
ground beef (95% lean)
1 lbs
Greek yogurt (fat-free)
4 tbsp
garlic (minced)
1 clove
fresh leaf oregano
1 tsp
fresh leaf parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp
lemon zest (lemon peel, grated)
1/2 tsp
black pepper
1/4 tsp