Mediterranean Mezze Burger Recipe

Mediterranean Mezze Burger Recipe

The “Mediterranean Mezze Burger” is a delicious vegetarian burger inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean region, featuring ingredients like chickpeas, roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and Mediterranean spices. Here’s how to make this flavorful burger:

Ingredients:

For the Chickpea Burger Patties:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped roasted red pepper (from a jar)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

For the Yogurt Sauce:

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Assembling:

• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced cucumber
• Sliced red onion
• Kalamata olives
• Fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

    Prepare the Chickpea Burger Patties:

1. In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, breadcrumbs, crumbled feta cheese, roasted red pepper, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.
2. Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste, with some small chunks of chickpeas remaining.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.

    Shape and Cook the Chickpea Burger Patties:

1. Divide the chickpea mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
3. Cook the chickpea patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and heated through.

    Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh mint, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix until the sauce is well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

    Assemble the Mediterranean Mezze Burger:

1. Slice the hamburger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in a toaster until lightly browned.
2. Spread a generous amount of the yogurt sauce on the bottom bun.
3. Place a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce.
4. Add a chickpea burger patty to the bun.
5. Layer sliced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion on top of the patty.
6. Garnish with Kalamata olives and fresh mint leaves.
7. Finish with the top bun.

Serve and Enjoy:

Serve your Mediterranean Mezze Burgers immediately while they are hot and bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

These vegetarian burgers are a delightful blend of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, offering a refreshing and tangy yogurt sauce to complement the chickpea patty.

Customize your toppings to suit your taste, and enjoy your Mediterranean Mezze Burger!