Eggplant Lamb Burgers

September 29, 2016

Eggplant Lamb Burgers - A gluten-free, Greek inspired burger with bold, classic Mediterranean flavors and topped with tahini yogurt sauce.

LAMB BURGERS
1 lb. ground lamb
½ cup feta cheese (2 ounces)
½ cup cooked wild rice, cooled (see note below)
1 small onion, finely chopped
¼ cup zante currants
1 egg
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 tomato, sliced
4 lettuce leaves
EGGPLANT
1 large globe eggplant cut into ½ inch thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, ful fat
¼ cup tahini
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Pinch salt

Combine the lamb burger ingredients (except tomato and lettuce) and form into 4 patties. Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt on both sides. Cook the lamb burgers and eggplant...
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Nutritions

Calories
601

Sodium
1229mg
51% DV

Fat
39g
60% DV

Protein
28g
57% DV

Carbs
25g
8% DV

Fiber
6g
25% DV