Lamb Burgers with Feta Sauce and Cucumbers

Ingredients

Serves 4.

• 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced
• coarse salt and ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 8 slices country bread (each 1/2 inch thick), toasted, if desired
• 1 Kirby cucumber, cut lengthwise into ribbons with a vegetable peeler

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine lamb, curry powder, and 2 sliced scallions; season generously with salt and pepper. Mix gently with a fork (do not overmix); form into 4 oval patties to fit on bread (each 1 inch thick).
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Season patties with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and just cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side (reduce heat if browning too quickly).
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix feta, yogurt, and remaining scallion, mashing cheese gently to combine; season with salt and pepper.
4. Spread 4 slices of bread with feta mixture; top with cucumbers, lamb patties, and remaining bread.

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