Mediterranean Style Burgers with Canadian Feta, Radish and Cucumber Tzatziki
Mediterranean Style Burgers with Canadian Feta and Radish and Cucumber Tzatziki
This recipe makes 4 servings
Nutritional Info |
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|---|---|
| per serving: | - |
| cal | 602 |
| pro | 38 g |
| carb | 59 g |
| fat | 25 g |
| fibre | 7 g |
| sodium | 63 mg |
| RDI % | - |
| calcium | 28 % |
| vit B12 | 120 % |
| zinc | 87 % |
| niacin | 67 % |
| iron | 46 % |
- Cook time : 10 minutes
A filling of tangy Canadian Feta cheese adds a burst of flavour to the humble burger, while fresh creamy yogurt tzatziki balances the saltiness of feta, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve with grilled buttered corn on the cob and a green bean salad for the perfect summer feast.
Ingredients
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1 cup (250 mL) yogurt cheese
1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded English cucumber, well drained
1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded radish
1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
1/2 tsp (2 mL) each, salt and freshly ground pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
1/2 cup 125 mL) dried breadcrumbs
1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup (50 mL) finely chopped Kalamata olives
1 egg
1/2 cup crumbled Canadian Feta cheese (about 2 oz/60 g)
4 small whole wheat pitas or thin style hamburger buns
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped tomatoes
4 lettuce leaves
Preparation
In small bowl, combine yogurt cheese, cucumber, radish, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic; refrigerate (can be prepared up to two days ahead.)
In large bowl, gently combine beef, bread crumbs, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and egg. Shape half of the beef mixture into four square-shaped patties; make an indentation in the centre of each square; fill each indentation with approximately 2 tbsp (30 mL) crumbled Canadian Feta cheese.
Make 4 squares with remaining beef mixture; press one square on top of each Feta filled patty; press to seal in the Canadian Feta cheese filling.
Preheat barbecue to medium-high. Place burgers on greased grill; close lid and grill, turning once, for about 5 to 6 min per side or until digital thermometer inserted sideways into centre reads 160° F (71° C).
Place patties into pita bread pockets; top with Radish and Cucumber Tzatziki, chopped tomato and lettuce.
- Keywords : Main Course; Greek; Grill/Barbecue; Feta; Beef; Yogurt;
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