Lamb Burgers with Mint-Yogurt Sauce
July 10, 2023This recipe is intended for patients who have successfully completed the Pureed phase and are in the Soft Solid stage.
INGREDIENTS
- 3/4 cup scallions (3 to 4), white and light green parts only
- 1 lb. lean ground lamb
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. coriander
- salt and pepper to taste
- olive oil flavored cooking spray
Mint-Yogurt Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
- 1/2 cup mint leaves
- 1 clove garlic, quartered
- 3/4 cup plain, fat free yogurt
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 tsp. concentrated chicken broth
DIRECTIONS
- In a chopper or food processor, chop scallions.
- Mix scallions, lamb, and spices in a bowl until well blended.
- Make 4 patties.
- Heat a nonstick skillet until cooking spray is hot and not smoking.
- Place burgers in a skillet on medium and cover.
- Cook meat from 1 to 3 minutes, then turn and cook the other side for one to 3 minutes.
- While meat is cooking, place lemon zest, mint, and garlic in a food processor.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, cumin, lemon juice, and chicken broth.
- Add mint mixture to yogurt mixture and blend.
- Remove burgers from skillet and drain on a paper towel to remove excess fat.
- Pour sauce on burgers and serve.
Makes 4 servings
Nutrition Facts
- Protein 25g
- Total Carbs 6g
- Sugar 3g
- Total Fat 14g