greek cheese burgers with tzatziki

Las Vegas, NV
Updated on Sep 18, 2011

Tzatziki- cucumber relish- delicious! Recipe from a friend many years ago- she has since passed away in her sleep.(95) This relish should be made at least 2 hours in advance.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 servings

Ingredients

  • TZATZIKI:
  • - make this 2 hours before you want to use it. can be made the day before:
  • 3 cups greek yogurt
  • 2 medium seeded cucumbers,peeled and sliced(can use seedless cukes)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • CHEESE BURGERS:
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/3 cup athenos feta cheese or your favorite brand
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg

How To Make greek cheese burgers with tzatziki

  • Step 1
    Tzatziki: Salt cucumber slices with the kosher salt in a bowl;stir to coat all. Set aside for 30 minutes. Rinse lightly and drain. Place cucumbers on paper towel to draw out more water. Wipe dry before using. Now in a food processor, add cucumbers, lemon juice, garlic,dill and pepper. Pulse to finely chop, stir into yogurt. Set aside for 2 hours. THIS RESTING TIME IS VERY IMPORTANT- check for salt and re-season if necessary, before serving. --- Cheese Burgers: Heat the grill or a skillet to medium-high. Mix ground beef and remaining ingredients; mixing well to combine. Shape into 4 patties and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side and flip and cook 3-4 minutes on other or until desired degree of doneness you like. Serve on a bun with the cucumber relish or serve the relish on the side- I like it in the bun with the burger.

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Category: Beef
Category: Vegetables
Category: Burgers
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: Greek
Method: Stove Top

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