MINI GREEK BURGERS

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"For a cheaper version of lamb burgers, I substitute ground turkey. Serving it in a pita pocket is a fun and different twist on the regular burger in a bun." -Nichole Helms, Piqua, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup shredded seeded peeled cucumber
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
MINI BURGERS:
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground turkey
4 pita breads (6 inches), halved and warmed
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a large bowl, combine the onion, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into sixteen 2-in. patties. , Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Serve in pita halves with tomatoes and reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

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