RECIPE DETAILS
Grilled Lamb Burgers w/ Portobella Mushrooms
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Serves: 4
No bun is needed for these Mediterranean-style burgers, perfect for summertime outdoor entertaining.
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs. ground lamb
1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese
1 T. fresh oregano, chopped
1 t. dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Coarse kosher salt
Fresh ground pepper
4 portobella mushrooms, stem and gills removed
1 large tomato, sliced 1/2" thick
1 red onion, sliced 1/2" thick
1/3 c. balsamic vinegar
1/2 c. + 1 T. olive oil
1 c. Cibo Naturals Basil Pesto
To Prepare
In a large bowl combine lamb, feta, fresh oregano, dried oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Form burgers, each about 1/3 lb. Set aside. Whisk together balsamic vinegar with 1/3 c. olive oil, salt and pepper. Brush portobellas generously with marinade. Save extra for basting.
Prepare grill for medium-high direct heat. Brush grill with oil to prevent sticking or use non-stick spray for grilling. Place burgers, mushrooms, tomato slices and onion slices on grill. Baste vegetables with reserved marinade. Grill burgers for 6-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare (130ºF internal temperature). You may need to grill a few minutes longer depending on the thickness of the burgers. Grill portobellas until tender, about 5 minutes on each side, and grill the onion and tomato until grill marks appear, about 4 minutes on each side.
To Serve
Place portobellas on a platter. Top each with a burger, a slice of onion and a slice of tomato. Top with a dollop of fresh basil pesto.
Pair with Mas Martinet Menut Priorat Red.
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