Greek Lamb Burgers with Spinach and Red Onion Salad

Name: Greek Lamb Burgers with Spinach and Red Onion Salad
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup chopped fresh mint; 2 teaspoons paprika; ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1⅓ pounds ground lamb; 4 pieces hamburger buns; 1½ cups baby spinach leaves; 1⅓ cups crumbled feta cheese; 4 slices red onion; 1½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Juicy Mediterranean-style lamb burgers seasoned with mint, paprika and cinnamon, topped with a fresh spinach, feta and red onion salad. Served on toasted buns for a delicious Greek-inspired meal.

4 servings

17 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•⅓ cup chopped fresh mint
•2 teaspoons paprika
•¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
•½ teaspoon salt
•3 tablespoons olive oil
•1⅓ pounds ground lamb
•4 pieces hamburger buns
•1½ cups baby spinach leaves
•1⅓ cups crumbled feta cheese
•4 slices red onion
•1½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Cooking Instructions

1.
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.
12 min
2.
Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Broil buns until golden, about 2 minutes. Top each bun bottom with burger. Toss spinach, feta, onion, vinegar, and 11/2 tablespoons oil in bowl. Place salad atop burgers. Cover with bun tops, pressing firmly to compact.
5 min