Mint Yogurt Burger

The Mint Yogurt Burger is a refreshing twist on traditional burgers, combining juicy grilled meat with a zesty mint yogurt sauce, embodying the vibrant flavors of Lebanese cuisine. Served in a soft pita, this healthy dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef or lamb - 250 grams
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Fresh mint leaves - 15 grams, chopped
• Plain yogurt - 150 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cucumber - 50 grams, grated
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the ground meat, cumin, salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped mint. Mix well and form into two patties.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
3. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the mint yogurt sauce by mixing the yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, remaining mint, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
4. Once the burgers are done, place them in the pita bread and drizzle the mint yogurt sauce on top.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.

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