Greek Lamb Burgers Recipe. Grilled juicy, tender lamb patties bursting with flavor and topped with homemade dairy-free tzatziki sauce. These quick and easy lamb burgers are guaranteed to be the standout dish at your next cookout or grill session!
Craving lamb lately? Then you must try our Lamb Ragu Gnocchi Bake, Garlic Herb Lamb Shoulder Chops, or Lamb Meatballs next!
Greek Lamb Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Who doesn’t love a tasty grilled burger? Mix things up this barbecue season and impress your guests with this Greek Lamb Burger recipe! These gourmet Mediterranean burgers pair perfectly with a creamy, zesty tzatziki sauce. Make the best grilled burgers easily by swapping out ground beef for lamb and throw in some fresh herbs and spices to upgrade your cookout menu!
You’ll Love These Grilled Lamb Burgers. They Are:
- The perfect summer meal; devour them straight from the grill!
- Super Flavorful– made with a delicious combination of cumin, paprika, parsley, onions, mint, and a tzatziki sauce that’s whipped up in just minutes!
- Naturally Gluten-Free (The sauce is gluten-free too!)
- Versatile– serve it with yummy sides for a complete meal at your next outdoor event!
Are Lamb Burgers Healthy?
Ground lamb is not only delicious but good for you too! It is packed with protein. Perhaps that’s why it is such a popular staple in Greek food. Although lamb has the same amount of calories as grass-fed beef, it has more omega-3 fatty acids. It is also a great source of iron so eat up!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Ground Lamb: The key flavor of Greek Lamb Burgers is, of course, the lamb! It has a distinct, clean, grassy flavor and retains moisture nicely. If you are on the fence about using lamb, you can mix it with ground beef or ground turkey with a 50:50 ratio.
- Parsley: For a nice bright flavor, I use fresh and dried parsley.
- Seasonings: I use sea salt, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Olive Oil: Use this in order to release the flavor of the herbs and seasonings.
- Fresh Mint Leaves: This provides a subtle, sweet flavor and a cool freshness that can not be replicated with any other herb.
- Onion: Finely mince the onion so we get those juices.
- Garlic: Add more or less depending on your taste buds.
- Jalapeño: This is an optional inclusion in order to add a little spice!
- Tzatziki: This secret sauce/dip comes with a simple recipe that you’ll want to use for these burgers and plenty of other things! It’s quick to make and completely dairy-free!
How to Make Greek Lamb Burgers
Grill Directions:
- In a medium bowl, add the ingredients to make the lamb burgers. Then, form the mixture into 4 or 5 equal patties. Make an indentation in the center of each burger so the moisture can accumulate in the grove while cooking and keep the burger juicy!
- Heat an outdoor gas grill or an indoor griddle to medium then lightly oil the grill grates.
- Grill the patties for 4-6 minutes per side, turning once midway. (An instant thermometer inserted should read 160°F when done. Feel free to adjust the cooking time to reach your desired doneness.)
- Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes. Finally, top the burgers with spinach, lettuce, red onions, cucumbers, and homemade dairy-free tzatziki sauce.
Stovetop Directions
If you don’t have access to a grill, you can cook the lamb burgers in a cast-iron skillet. Firstly, add 1 -2 tbsp of oil to your cast iron or skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, transfer the patties to the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes on each side, or to your desired doneness.
Make Meatballs Instead
If you want to skip the burgers and the grill, but still enjoy a ground lamb option, make lamb meatballs instead. Use all of the same ingredients, but form meatballs instead of patties and cook them on the stovetop or oven. Check out my Lamb Meatball Recipe for easy step-by-step instructions.
What Goes Well With Lamb Burgers?
Pair your lamb burger with a few tasty sides so you have a perfectly balanced meal. Here are a few ideas to turn these Greek Burgers into an entire Mediterranean feast!
- Mediterranean Pasta Salad
- Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
- Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus
- Baba Ganoush
- Accordion Potatoes
- Cucumber Salad
- Pita bread (instead of hamburger buns)
Toppings for Lamb Burgers
Besides standard spinach, lettuce, red onions, cucumbers, and our special homemade dairy-free tzatziki sauce, here are some other toppings for a Greek-style burger:
- Feta cheese
- Kalamata olives
- Arugula
- Tomatoes
- Avocado
A luscious, creamy sauce would complement lamb burgers. If you don’t opt for the tzatziki sauce, lemon garlic aioli is an alternative option.
There is no need to put eggs in the mixture when making lamb burger patties.
Use an instant thermometer to check for doneness. The USDA recommends ground lamb be cooked to an internal temperature of 160F.
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Greek Lamb Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Lamb
- ½ Onion finely minced
- ½ cup Fresh Parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp Mint Leaves
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 2 tsp Cumin
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Dried Parsley
- ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
- Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Jalapeño, finely minced optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the ingredients to make the lamb burgers. Then, form the mixture into 4 or 5 equal patties. Make an indentation in the center of each burger.
- Heat an outdoor gas grill or an indoor griddle to medium. Lightly oil the grill grates.
- Grill the patties for 4-6 minutes per side, turning once midway. (An instant thermometer inserted should read 160°F when done. Adjust the cooking time to reach your desired doneness.)
- Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes. Then, top the burgers with spinach, lettuce, red onions, cucumbers, and homemade dairy-free tzatziki sauce.
Notes
- The small indentation allows the moisture to accumulate in the grove while cooking and keep the burger juicy!
- To cook these lamb burgers in a skillet: Over medium-high heat, add 1-2 tbsp oil to your cast iron or skillet. Once the skillet is hot, transfer the patties to the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes on each side, or to your desired doneness.
Phenomenal! Mouth watering, tantalizing, moist, exotic, and perfect.
I’m so glad you liked!