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Mediterranean burgers with feta cheese sauce |
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I created this recipe for a promotion I did with Scott paper towels. It was such a hit that I knew I had to include it here. The sauce is a must and totally completes this burger. No need for a bun.
BURGERS
- 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 Tbsp seasoned dry breadcrumbs
- 3 Tbsp ketchup
- 2 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 1 oz)
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SAUCE
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 1 oz)
- 1/4 cup light cream cheese (about 2 oz), softened
- 3 Tbsp low-fat plain yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
GARNISH (OPIONAL)
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley
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- To make the burgers, combine the ground beef, egg, dried basil and oregano, breadcrumbs, ketchup, garlic, onion and feta in a large bowl and shape into 4 burger patties. Grill or sauté in a pan lightly coated with cooking spray. Cook on 1 side for 7 minutes, then turn over and cook 3 to 5 more minutes or just until beef is done.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients in a food processor and purée until smooth.
- Serve the burgers with the sauce and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
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Nutritional Analysis per Serving (per burger)
| Calories |
257 |
| Protein |
29 g |
| Fat |
11 g |
| Saturated Fat |
4.8 g |
| Carbohydrates |
11 g |
| Cholesterol |
126 mg |
| Sodium |
370 mg |
| Fiber |
0.9 g |
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Make Ahead: Prepare the burgers up to 1 day in advance or freeze, separately wrapped, for up to 2 months. Grill without defrosting, just before serving.
Serves 4
Nutrition Watch: Lean ground beef is a high quality protein, is a good source of B vitamins and iron and contains zinc.
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