Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
6
servings
16 unit

plain yogurt

1 unit

dry Ranch-style dressing mix

1 unit

cucumber

peeled, seeded, and chopped

1.5 lb

ground beef

0.25 cup

onion

diced

6 unit

pita bread rounds

2 cup

lettuce

torn

1 unit

tomato

seeded and diced

Step 1
~3 min

Combine 1 container of plain yogurt with Ranch dressing mix in a medium bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Remove half of the yogurt-ranch mixture to another bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Add remaining yogurt and chopped cucumber to one of the bowls; mix well.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the cucumber-yogurt mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 6
~3 min

Mix ground beef and diced onion into the remaining yogurt-ranch mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Shape the beef mixture into 6 hamburger patties.

Step 8
~3 min

Grill patties for 7 minutes per side, turning once.

Step 9
~3 min

Cut off the top of pita bread rounds to create pockets.

Step 10
~3 min

Fill each pita pocket with torn lettuce, grilled burger, creamy cucumber sauce, and diced tomatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the beef mixture for extra flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cucumber sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fries or a Greek salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
French Fries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece/United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Greek and American flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Summer
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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