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High-Protein Greek Lamb Sliders with Creamy Tzatziki and Pickled Onion

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Juicy, protein-packed Greek lamb sliders served with fresh, creamy tzatziki and tangy pickled onions. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb (preferably grass-fed)
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped)
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • Slider buns or mini pita breads (whole wheat recommended)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or mint)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Make the pickled onions: In a small bowl or jar, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves. Add the thinly sliced red onion. Cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
  2. Prepare the tzatziki: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel. In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Mix the lamb: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Gently mix with hands until just combined.
  4. Form the sliders: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a small patty about 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter and ½ inch thick. Press a slight dimple in the center of each patty.
  5. Cook the sliders: Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Avoid pressing down on patties.
  6. Assemble the sliders: Lightly toast slider buns or pitas. Spread tzatziki on the bottom half, add lamb patty, top with pickled onions, and cover with the bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overmix the lamb to keep sliders tender. Squeeze cucumber well to avoid watery tzatziki. Let pickled onions rest for at least 20 minutes for best flavor. Use medium-high heat for a good sear without burning. Indent patties to help cook evenly. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Prepare pickled onions and tzatziki ahead to save time.

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