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11. Lamb burgers with feta spread

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By Caroline Lubbers, Whipped, The Blog

Lamb burgers with feta spread
Serves 4

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely smashed
1 pound ground lamb
1/2 cup, finely chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons dried Greek oregano
Zest of 1/2 lemon
1-1/2 teaspoons salt

For serving:
4 hamburger buns
Feta spread – 1 cup plain, Greek yogurt combined with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
For garnish – tomato and red onion slices

1. Heat olive oil in a medium pan, cook onions for 2 minutes over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the lamb, the onion mixture, herbs lemon zest and 1/2 cup water. Sprinkle with salt and combine well. Shape into 4 patties.

3. Grill burgers on medium high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side or to desired doneness. Remove the burgers and let them rest while you prepare the buns. Add a large dollop of feta spread to each and top with desired fixings.

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