Greek Lamb Burgers with Spinach and Red Onion Salad

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

Ingredients

  • 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
  • cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1⅓ cups crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 slices red onion
  • teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 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. 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

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