Gyro Burgers With Tzatziki Sauce

BxChick's Note:

So tasty and different! You can substitute ground lamb for the beef.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

For the Burgers

• 1 ¼ 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 tomato , sliced thin
• 1 medium cucumber , peeled and sliced thin
• ½ small red onion , sliced thin
• 1 cup lettuce leaf

For the Tzatziki

• 1 cup plainGreek yogurt or 1 cup sour cream
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• ¼ of a large cucumber , peeled, grated, and excess water squeezed out
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint or 2 teaspoons dill
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• salt and pepper

Directions:

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