Buffalo Burgers in Pita with Mint-Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Buffalo Burgers in Pita with Mint-Yogurt Dressing Recipe

  • 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper
  • 8 ounces ground buffalo meat
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • cooking spray
  • 2 (6 inch) whole wheat pita bread
  • 1/2 medium cucumber, sliced
  1. In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, mint, vinegar, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine buffalo, cumin, coriander, and salt until thoroughly mixed. Season with pepper. Shape mixture into two patties about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Coat with cooking spray and cook burgers to medium rare, turning once, about 5 to 6 minutes total (be careful not to overcook).
  4. Cut tops off pita pockets. Stuff each pita with one burger and several slices of cucumber. Drizzle with mint-yogurt dressing and serve.
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