Sandwiches & Wraps : Hot sandwiches Last Updated: Apr 25th, 2009 - 18:52:35 Burgers Mediterranean-Style By Sandra Woodruff  Printer friendly page Yield: 8 servings 1 3/4 pounds 95% lean ground beef 10-ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 cup very finely chopped fresh mushrooms 3/4 cup very finely chopped onion 2 teaspoons crushed garlic 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 8 multigrain or whole wheat burger buns SAUCE 1/2 cup nonfat or light mayonnaise 1/2 cup chopped bottled roasted red peppers TOPPINGS 1/3 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 8 slices tomato 8 slices red onion 8 leaves romaine lettuce 1. To make the sauce, combine all of the sauce ingredients in a mini blender or food processor and process until smooth. Cover and chill until ready to cook the burgers. 2. Combine the ground beef, spinach, mushrooms, onion, garlic, oregano, and pepper in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Shape the mixture into eight 4-inch patties. 3. Grill the burgers over medium coals or cook under a broiler for about 6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F and the meat is no longer pink inside. (To retain moisture, avoid pressing down on the patties as they cook.) 4. Place each burger in a bun and top with some of the sauce, feta cheese, tomato, onion, and lettuce. Serve hot. Nutritional Facts (per serving) Calories: 309    Carbohydrates: 30 g    Fiber: 4.4 g    Fat: 8.5 g    Sat. Fat: 3.3 g Cholesterol: 63 mg      Protein: 29 g    Sodium: 463 mg    Calcium: 123 mg Potassium: 748 mg GI rating: moderate Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch © Copyright 2005 by eatsmarttoday.com Top of Page