Olympian Burgers

Olympian Burgers

Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 18 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef (95% lean)
1/4 c. low-fat or regular plain Greek-style yogurt
1/2 c. olive tapenade, divided
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 c. crumbled feta cheese
4 whole-grain hamburger buns, split, toasted
Fresh spinach leaves

Directions:

1. Combine yogurt and 1/4 c. tapenade in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

2. Combine ground beef and remaining 1/4 c. tapenade in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-in. thick patties.

3. Heat grill pan over medium heat until hot. Place patties in pan; cook 10-12 min. until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Season with pepper, as desired. Remove; keep warm.

4. Add onion and zucchini to grill pan over medium heat; season with salt and pepper, as desired. Cook 5-6 min. or until lightly browned and crisp-tender, turning occasionally.

5. Place 1 Tbsp. cheese on bottom of each bun; top evenly with spinach leaves, onion, burger and zucchini. Spread 2 Tbsp. yogurt mixture on cut side of each bun top. Close sandwiches.

* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Nutrition:

Calories: 406; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 74mg; Total Carbs: 30g; Fiber: 5g; Protein: 30g; Sodium: 655mg;