GYRO BURGERS WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE

Gyro Burgers With Tzatziki Sauce image

Provided by BxChick

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper
4 small pita bread
1 small tomatoes, sliced thin
1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced thin
1/2 small red onion, sliced thin
1 cup lettuce leaf
1 cup plain Greek yogurt or 1 cup sour cream
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 of a large cucumber, peeled, grated, and excess water squeezed out
2 teaspoons finely chopped of fresh mint or 2 teaspoons dill
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine yogurt, shredded cucumber, garlic, mint, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small container. Cover and refrigerate.
Combine beef, oregano, feta cheese, onion powder, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl. Form into 4 patties.
Grill patties on each side until desired doneness is reached.
Grill pitas for a minute or two on each side to warm.
Assemble sandwiches - open pitas, add burger, a dollop of sauce, and any of the sliced vegetables listed above for garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.9, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 105.5, Sodium 396.5, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 34