Lamb Sliders with Feta Cheese Spread

20

Minutes Prep Time

20

Minutes Cook Time

8

Servings

INGREDIENTS

3 oz feta cheese
2 oz cream cheese softened
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1 jalapeño seeded and minced
1 lemon zested and juiced, divided
1 lb ground lamb
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons garlic paste
1 teaspoon rosemary finely chopped
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
Olive oil
8 thin red onion slices
8 slider buns lightly toasted

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend feta cheese, cream cheese, mint, cilantro, jalapeño and lemon juice in food processor. Season to taste with salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.

2. Thoroughly mix lamb, cumin, garlic paste, rosemary, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Shape into 8 (2 oz) patties; chill 20 minutes.

3. Preheat grill (or grill pan) on high heat.

4. Grill lamb patties, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Transfer patties to slider buns, top with red onion. Scoop a portion of the feta mixture on each slider; garnish with fresh herbs.