Beef burger pitas
Healthy pita burger recipe with yoghurt sauce
Serves
4
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
16 mins
Not just your average burger - this version is created with a simple mince patty, topped with a refreshing mix of mint, yoghurt and a crumble of blue cheese for added flavour. To finish off, serve in a warmed or toasted pita bread and dive in. Trust us, this recipe is easy, quick and big on flavour.
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500g Quality Mark beef mincei
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
4 spring onions
finely chopped2 garlic cloves
crushed1 egg
lightly beaten2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
3 Tbsp parsley
finely choppedA pinch of chilli flakes
1 cup plain unsweetened yoghurt
2 Tbsp mint leaves
shredded4 pita bread
8 handfuls lettucei
100g blue vein cheese
crumbled
Method
Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
Season well and shape into 4 large patties.
Heat a dash of oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat (or heat a barbecue plate until hot) and place the patties on.
Cook for 16-18 minutes, turning and cooking the sides as well until they are cooked through.
Mix together the yoghurt and mint.
Soften pitas as per packet instructions or toast.
Place salad leaves moistened with a little yoghurt and mint dressing into the pita, follow with the beef patty and a scattering of blue cheese.
Serve with remaining yoghurt and mint dressing in a small bowl.
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Nutrition Information per Serving (449g)
This dish contributes to the majority of a woman's daily zinc requirements.
