Ingredients

Burgers

• 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 3 tbsp seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 3 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tsp finely chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Sauce

• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup light cream cheese, softened
• 3 tbsp low-fat plain yogurt (or sour cream)
• 1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp water
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

Giving Mediterranean flavour to a traditional burger is perfect for a summer barbecue. The sauce is a must and if you want a bun, go for a multi-grain one.

1. Burgers: Combine the ground beef, egg, dried basil and oregano, bread crumbs, ketchup, garlic, onion and feta in a large bowl and shape into 4 burger patties. Grill or sauté in a pan lightly coated with cooking spray. Cook on 1 side for 7 minutes, then turn over and cook 3 to 5 more minutes or just until beef is done.

2. Combine all the sauce ingredients in a food processor and purée until smooth.

3. Serve the burgers with the sauce and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.