Grilled Gyro Burgers

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat) - 1 pound (454g)
2. Onion - 1 medium, chopped
3. Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
4. Greek seasoning mix - 1 tablespoon
5. Tzatziki sauce (or similar Greek yogurt sauce) - for serving
6. Lettuce, tomato, cucumber slices - as desired for topping
7. High-quality cheese slices (optional) - 8 slices

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 15 minutes
• Total: 35 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, and Greek seasoning mix. Mix well.
2. Form the mixture into 8 burger patties, making sure they are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Place the burger patties on the preheated grill and cook for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
5. During the last few minutes of cooking, add the cheese slices to the burgers (if using).
6. In the meantime, prepare the tzatziki sauce and slice the lettuce, tomato, and cucumber for topping.
7. Serve the burgers on plates or burger buns with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and any other desired toppings.

Nutritional Information: (Based on a standard nutritional analysis software)

• Calories: Depending on the ingredients used, each burger may contain around 400-500 calories.
• Fat: 25-30g
• Carbohydrates: 20-30g
• Protein: 25-35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Grilled Gyro Burgers offer a unique Greek flavor to the traditional American burger.
• The combination of ground beef, Greek seasoning mix, and tzatziki sauce creates a flavorful and refreshing dish.
• The dish is hearty and filling, yet also light and refreshing due to the use of fresh vegetables and tzatziki sauce.

User Comments:

1. "These burgers were amazing! The Greek flavors were unique and really hit the spot."
2. "I love how easy it was to make these burgers at home. They were a hit with my family."
3. "The tzatziki sauce was the perfect addition to this dish, it really brought out the flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use a high-quality ground beef for best results.
• Adjust the seasoning mix according to your taste preference.
• Preheat the grill properly to ensure even cooking.
• Use fresh vegetables for best flavor and texture.