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Gyro-Burger with Yogurt Sauce
Courtesy of American Lamb Board
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Servings: 4
Tomato Salad and fresh fruit Prep Time: 15 Min. Cook Time: 10 Min. What you need:
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+ 1 lb. ground American Lamb
+ 1 tsp. dried oregano, crushed + 1/2 tsp. garlic powder + 1/2 tsp. pepper + 1/4 tsp. onion powder + 1/4 tsp. ground cumin + 1/4 tsp. salt + 2 pita bread rounds (6-in.), halved crosswise + 1 c. chopped fresh spinach or lettuce + Yogurt sauce (see below) Yogurt Sauce: + 3/4 c. lowfat plain yogurt + 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped (about 2/3 c.) + 2 green onions, thinly sliced + 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint or 1 tsp. dried mint, crushed + 1/4 tsp. sugar + 1/4 tsp. garlic powder + salt, optional What to do:
1. In large bowl, combine oregano, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, cumin and salt. Add lamb; mix well. Form into 4 patties, about 3/4-inch thick.
2. Grill over medium coals or broil about 5 min. on each side or to desired degree of doneness. 3. In medium bowl, combine yogurt, chopped cucumber, sliced green onion, mint and sugar. Split open each pita half forming a pocket. Place gyro-burger in each pocket; top with chopped spinach and yogurt mixture. Nutritional information:
Calories: 438; Total Fat: 21g; Cholesterol: 113mg; Total Carbs: 21g; Fiber: 2g; Protein: 33g; Sodium: 427mg;
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