Lamb and Turkey Pita Burgers

Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Lamb and Turkey Pita Burgers
30 min.
4
261kcal

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If you’re looking to elevate your lunch or dinner options, look no further than these delicious Lamb and Turkey Pita Burgers. Packed with flavor and uniquely satisfying, this recipe merges the richness of lean ground lamb with the lightness of ground turkey breast to create a protein-packed delight that is both dairy-free and easy to prepare. Each bite brings a harmonious blend of spices, including cinnamon, cumin, and a hint of ginger, which infuse the patties with an aromatic warmth that is simply irresistible.

The freshness of green leaf lettuce enhances the entire experience, creating a crisp, delightful contrast to the juicy, seasoned patties. Moreover, the zesty sauce made with reduced-fat mayonnaise and spices perfectly complements the robust flavors of the meat. Whether you’re serving them for a casual lunch or a cozy dinner, these pita burgers are not only quick to whip up—taking just 30 minutes from start to finish—but they also make for a wonderfully wholesome meal.

With each serving offering just 261 calories, you can savor every bite without feeling guilty. Who knew that healthy eating could be so satisfying? So fire up your grill pan, gather your friends or family, and dig into this scrumptious and nutritious dish that promises to bring everyone together around the table!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • ounces ground turkey breast 
  • ounces lamb lean
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 12 small lettuce leaves green
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup prechopped onion 
  • 4-inch pitas whole-wheat halved ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon tomato paste 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. To prepare sauce, combine first 4 ingredients; cover and chill.
  2. To prepare burgers, combine onion and next 6 ingredients (through turkey) in a large bowl. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/3-inch-thick oval patty.
  3. Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  4. Add patties to pan; cook 5 minutes on each side or until well-marked and done. Arrange 1 lettuce leaf, 1 patty, and about 1 1/2 teaspoons sauce in each pita half.

Nutrition Facts

Calories261kcal
Protein36.72%
Fat55.04%
Carbs8.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.75
Glycemic Load
1.26
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.653913166212%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
3.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.92kcal
13.05%
Fat:16.12g
24.79%
Saturated Fat:6.41g
40.08%
Carbohydrates:5.42g
1.81%
Net Carbohydrates:4.41g
1.6%
Sugar:1.82g
2.03%
Cholesterol:74.81mg
24.94%
Sodium:386.19mg
16.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.19g
48.38%
Vitamin A:3334.3IU
66.69%
Vitamin K:62.9µg
59.91%
Vitamin B3:5.86mg
29.28%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.51%
Selenium:13.47µg
19.24%
Phosphorus:152.25mg
15.22%
Iron:1.9mg
10.55%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.16%
Potassium:320.15mg
9.15%
Vitamin C:6.65mg
8.06%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.69%
Magnesium:26.33mg
6.58%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.24%
Folate:24.96µg
6.24%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.93%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.29%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.29%
Fiber:1.01g
4.05%
Copper:0.07mg
3.58%
Calcium:30.53mg
3.05%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes