GREEK BURGERS

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Capture the flavor of gyros in these Greek-inspired beef burgers served in pita breads. They're a fun change from the typical hamburger and just as quick to grill!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1/2 cup crumbled herb-flavored feta cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves
4 pita (pocket) breads (6 inch), cut in half to form pockets
1/2 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
4 thin slices red onion, cut in half
1 medium tomato, sliced
1/4 cup Greek Fat Free plain yogurt

Steps:

Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix beef, cheese, olives, oregano and mint. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
Place patties on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.
Cut burgers in half. Fill each pita pocket with burger half, cucumber, onion and tomato slices; drizzle with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Pita Pockets), Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

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