California Dreamin' Lamb Burgers |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Here's a tempting alternative to beef burgers and just in time for your summer cookouts! Originally from a food section of a local paper. Ingredients:
1 lb lean ground lamb |
2 tablespoons coarsely grated onions |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, grated |
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste |
1 ripe hass avocado, peeled and pitted |
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice |
2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt |
4 toasted whole whole wheat rolls or 4 hot dog buns |
4 slices thick ripe tomatoes, for garnish |
1/2 cup alfalfa sprout, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Prepare coals for grilling or heat gas grill.
2. Lightly combine the lamb, onion, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper; form into four patties about 3 1/2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice and yogurt.
4. Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
5. Grill the burgers 3 inches from the heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare meat.
6. Serve immediately on toasted rolls topped with the reserved avocado mixture, a tomato slice, and alfalfa sprouts.
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