Mini Greek Burgers

FloridaGrl's Note:

Using ground turkey instead of ground lamb lighten these up. Serve in pita pockets for a fun and different twist.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 4.0 sandwic ...

• 3/4 cup shredded shredded seeded and peeled cucumber
• 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

MINI BURGERS

• 3 tablespoons finely chopped onions
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 4 pita breads, halved and warmed (6 inches)
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
2. In a large bowl, combine the onion, parsley, garlic,oregano, salt and pepper. Crumble the turkey over the mixture and mix well. Shape it into 16 2 inch patties.
3. Coat grill rack with cooking spray before starting the grill. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until no longer pink. Serve in pita halves with tomatoes and reserved sauce.

Reviews

[Wendie R]

This was a family hit!! What a way to dress up ground turkey.