Rosemary Mint Lamb Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 cup arugula
• ¼ cup tzatziki
• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp bread crumbs
• 2 tbs minced red onion
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp minced fresh mint (reserve a pinch for each burger)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp minced fresh rosemary (reserve a pinch for each burger)
• 1 bun (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, egg, bread crumbs, red onion, garlic, mint, rosemary (reserve a pinch for topping), salt, cumin, and cinnamon. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, about ¾-inch thick.
4. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side, or until the burgers reach your desired doneness (160°F for well done).
5. Transfer the burgers to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes.
6. Top each burger with a spoonful of tzatziki, a handful of fresh arugula, and a sprinkle of chopped fresh rosemary.
7. Serve as is or on a bun, if desired.

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