Pita Burgers
I serve this tasty variation on the traditional hamburger at backyard get-togethers. Similar to Greek gyros, the herbed ground beef patties are stuffed in pita bread with a yummy cucumber lettuce mixture. —Dorothy Wiedeman, Eaton, Colorado
- Preparing Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 6
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary crushed
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 medium cucumber seeded and chopped
- 1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
- 6 whole pita breads
- Carbohydrate 5.29535749982819 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 1.627003333306 g
- Fiber 1.33346668994934 g
- Protein 1.337518333304 g
- Saturated Fat 0.248077166659573 g
- Serving Size 1 1 servings. (96g)
- Sodium 4.62516666662667 mg
- Sugar 3.96189080987884 g
- Trans Fat 0.10418741666216 g
- Calories 37 calories
In a small bowl, combine the onion, garlic and seasonings; crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160degrees and juices run clear. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, yogurt and sesame seeds. Top each burger with lettuce mixture; serve with pita breads.
