Spiced Burgers with Cucumber Yogurt
A flavorful twist on the classic burger, these Spiced Burgers are topped with a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
- 1/2 cucumber 1/2 seedless cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
For the Spiced Burger Patties
- 1 1/4 pounds 1 1/4 pounds 90% lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 clove 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
For Serving
- 4 pieces 4 sesame hamburger buns, split and toasted
- Sweet potato chips, for serving (optional)
- Pickled okra or other pickled vegetables, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
- In a bowl, mix cucumber, yogurt, cilantro, ½ tsp salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Make the Burger Patties
- In another bowl, gently mix ground beef, onion, garlic, curry powder, ½ tsp salt, and ⅛ tsp pepper until just combined.
- Form into 4 patties (about 4 inches wide and ½ inch thick).
Cook the Patties
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties, turning once, until cooked through (7–8 minutes for medium).
Assembly
- Place burgers on buns, stir the cucumber-yogurt sauce, and spoon it on top.
- Serve with sweet potato chips and pickled okra, if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of ground beef. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; finely chop onion for even distribution. Adjust spices to taste and consider garnishing with cilantro before serving.