Greek Lamb Burger with Lemon Herb Sauce is one of the best burgers that I’ve ever made or eaten. You’ll not want to put it down!
John and I love a good burger. There is this place that we go that serves a Greek burger. It is just amazing for the first couple of bites.
After that, I can taste way too much salt. We decided to recreate our own burger. I think our Greek Lamb Burger with Lemon Herb Sauce is even better than the restaurant version.
This burger starts with flavorful ground lamb and is then filled with feta cheese, onion, and some wonderful herbs. The lemon herb sauce is just delicious and best of all, it isn’t calorie or fat-laden.
This burger was fancy enough to serve with a glass of wine (or two) and that is exactly what we did. We loved this burger so much that we decided it was perfect for company. Our guests loved it just as much as we do.
Do you remember my Tabouli Salad Recipe? I told you that I was on a Greek kick lately. I actually served that salad with this burger. It was a combination made in culinary heaven. And, did you recognize the bun? Yep, it’s my buttery Brioche Bun recipe. It just took this burger to a whole new level!
If you enjoyed this lamb burger recipe here are a few more recipes you may like
Greek Lamb Burger
Ingredients
Burger
- 1 lb lamb ground
- 1/2 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp rosemary fresh
- 1/2 cup red onion diced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/2 tsp salt
Lemon Herb Sauce
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt plain
- 2 tsp lemon juice fresh
- 1/2 tsp rosemary fresh
- 1/4 tsp oregano dried
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Tomato lettuce, additional onion if desired
Instructions
- Combine Lemon Herb Sauce ingredients together and refrigerate until serving.
- Combine all burger ingredients and divide into 4 patties. Grill until a probe thermometer registers 150°F. Set aside to briefly rest.
- Assemble by spreading the Lemon Herb sauce on the inside of the top and bottom bun. Add tomato, lettuce, and additional onion if desired.
Nutrition
If you’re still looking for great Greek recipes, here are a few that I love!
Tabouli Salad Recipe
Chicken Gyro Recipe
Fresh Greek Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
If you are feeling creative, you can serve this burger in an Easy Make Pita bread! What is your favorite burger? I’m always looking for burger ideas and would love to hear yours in the comments below!
lynn says
Yummmy
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Lynz!
Angie | Fiesta Friday says
Oh, YUM!! Where’s the hubster? He needs to clean our grill, stat! I need to make this!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Angie! The hubster will love them! Happy FF!
Celebrating Sunshine says
Oh, look at that juicy burger! We love lamb and we eat every time we have the opportunity. This recipe is next on my list. 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Ana! Please let me know what you think. I loved it!
Lily says
my husband and I love a good burger too and this one sounds delicious great! I love Greek flavor and spices, so this recipe is on my to-do list. Pinned!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Lily!
Caroline says
We’re big lamb fans and that sauce sounds delicious – I think we need to give these a try!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Caroline! I never used to be but I’m a convert.
Shari says
You are an amazing cook, Julie! This is an incredible meal you put together with everything from scratch. I really like the additions to the meat, especially the feta, and the lemon sauce for the burger. My husband and I both love hamburgers, too, and would go crazy over this one! Your homemade buns just put it over the top!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you so much Shari! I think you are an amazing cook and very creative too!
linda says
Julie, your Burger looks more than delicious and the photo make you start drooling right away! Thank you for bringing this recipe to the Fiesta! 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Linda! Fiesta Friday is the best and I wouldn’t miss it! Thank you for co-hosting Linda!
Quinn Caudill says
Now this is a great sounding burger and great pics. Burgers are not very photogenic. Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday. Pinned and shared! Can’t wait to see what you bring to the party this week.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Quinn! Burgers are hard to photo. I still struggle when I’m running around my food trying to see what other do. Cookies are coming to TT this week!
NancyC says
What a delicious-looking burger–absolutely mouthwatering! 🙂 The Lemon Herb Sauce sounds wonderful, too!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Nancy!! I hope you have a wonderful week.
Sarah James @ Tales From The Kitchen Shed says
I love homemade burgers, the only time I have them is if they are homemade. Your lamb burger looks absolutely delicious & what a fab idea to put feta in them. Thanks for sharing Julie, pinned for later x
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Sarah! We are becoming such burger snobs LOL. I appreciate your sharing!
Ai | Ai made it for you says
Omg this looks so delicious I’m salivating! I love lamb but I’ve never had a lamb burger. It’s unfortunately not really a thing in Japan. Neither is ground lamb. Maybe I could grind lamb myself with knives and give this a go! Happy Fiesta Friday!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Ai! You’re so darned sweet and I love it when you stop by. John and I make another burger where we grind our own meat so you could give it a try. Make sure that you don’t trim it to lean. You will want some of the fat so it will form into a patty. Enjoy your day my friend!
Margherita says
I am not a huge fan of lamb, but I have to admit that looking at your pictures I am drooling! The lemon herb sauce must bring the burger and additional amazing flavour! Thanks a lot for being at FF this week!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Margherita. I thought the same thing not long ago but am becoming a fan. Thank you so much for hosting this week!
Frugal Hausfrau says
I love the feta in there, too, but that sauce is calling my name! Lamb always seems so special and this burgers are gorgeous!
Thanks for sharing this with us at Throwback Thursday this week!
Mollie
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Mollie!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
i really wish i had a burger to devour right now! this look so so good. and i love the mouthwatering photos.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Thalia! I just love the name of your blog. Butter and Brioche and my life is complete! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have an amazing weekend!
Sarah says
I really need to make lamb more often. You’ve inspired me! Can’t wait to give this a try.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Sarah! I hope you’ll let me know what you think. We loved them.
apuginthekitchen says
Julie those burgers look amazing, putting feta in the burgers is a great idea. Love the flavors like a gyro. Yum…..
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Suzanne! They are so good!
Linda says
You know how much I love burgers! Your combination of three great recipes (the burger, the salad and the brioche buns) bring this burger over the top!!! Love it Julie! 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thank you so much Linda! I can’t lie, it’s the best burger I’ve ever eaten and am making them again this weekend.
Linda says
Looks like I’ll have to give this one a try then!! 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Linda! I hope you love them as much as I do.