California Dreamin Lamb Burgers

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Here's a tempting alternative to beef burgers and just in time for your summer cookouts! Originally from a food section of a local paper.

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Steps

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Prepare coals for grilling or heat gas grill.

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Lightly combine the lamb , onion , parsley , lemon zest , salt and pepper.

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Form into four patties about 3 1 / 2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.

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In a separate bowl , mash the avocado with the lemon juice and yogurt.

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Season with salt and pepper and reserve.

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Grill the burgers 3 inches from the heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare meat.

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Serve immediately on toasted rolls topped with the reserved avocado mixture , a tomato slice , and alfalfa sprouts.

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Ingredients

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lean ground lamb, onions, fresh parsley, lemon, zest of, salt & freshly ground black pepper, hass avocado, fresh lemon juice, plain nonfat yogurt, whole wheat rolls, tomatoes, alfalfa sprout