Description
Juicy Olive Burger With A Greek Flair transports you to the Mediterranean with every bite. Imagine sinking your teeth into a flavorful burger infused with briny Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. Topped with refreshing tzatziki sauce, this burger is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for guests, it’s a delicious twist on the classic burger that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 burger buns
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, fresh oregano, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4 inch thick.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the patties for 5-6 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Toast burger buns and assemble each with a patty and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- Serve immediately with fries or a Greek salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 215g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 805mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For an authentic Greek experience, substitute ground beef with lamb. Add roasted red peppers or extra olives for an additional flavor boost.