Kalamata Lamb Burgers with Mint Pesto (Edit recipe)

Sarah Steffens

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Have you made lamb burgers yet? Why not try these, I use this recipe often and my clients and loved ones thank me.

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PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

6 minutes to 8 minutes

INGREDIENTS

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 lb Ground Lamb
1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted and chopped
1/2 tsp Sea Salt
1 tsp dried Oregano
1/4 tsp White Pepper, ground (omit for AIP)
2 Tbsp Ghee, (or another cooking fat such as coconut oil or avocado oil)

Mint Pesto

1 whole Lemon, juiced and zested
1/2 cup Parsley
1/2 cup Mint Leaves
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Prepare mint pesto by blending all pesto ingredients in a high-speed blender. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, olives, sea salt, white pepper and dried oregano.
Form 4 patties with your hands.
Heat a cast iron skillet to medium high heat with 2 Tbsp of cooking fat.
Once the fat has melted, place lamb patties on the skillet and cook for 3-4 min/side, covered.
Serve with mint pesto and additional garnishes, such as shredded jicama and carrot.
Hope you enjoy! These are great for a weekend meal with special people.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	444
Fat:	39 g
Carbohydrates:	5 g
Protein:	21 g
Cholesterol:	78 g
Sodium:	361 mg
Fiber:	2 g
Sugars:	0 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.