Greek Lamb Burgers

YIELD
Makes 4 servings
TOTAL TIME
25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

    • 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
    • 1 1/3 pounds ground lamb
    • 4 hamburger buns or small ciabatta rolls
    • 1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves / Arugula / Lettuce
    • 1 1/3 cups crumbled feta cheese / Goat Cheese
    • 4 1/4-inch-thick red onion slices
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

PREPARATION

Mix first 4 ingredients and 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in medium bowl; mix in lamb. Shape into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Cook patties in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side for medium.

Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Broil buns until golden, about 2 minutes. Top each bun bottom with burger. Toss spinach/arugula/lettuce, feta/goat cheese, onion, vinegar, and 11/2 tablespoons oil in bowl. Place salad atop burgers. Cover with bun tops, pressing firmly to compact.

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