Lamb & Feta Sliders with Tzatziki Aioli — mini, mighty, and majorly flavorful. These sliders are juicy, herby, and studded with tangy feta, all hugged by a toasted bun and topped with a cool, creamy tzatziki aioli. Whether it’s a backyard BBQ or a fancy finger-food moment, these are your crowd-pleasing MVPs. 🍔🐑🧄
🍔 Lamb & Feta Sliders with Tzatziki Aioli
Ingredients (makes ~8 sliders):
For the Sliders:
- 1 lb ground lamb
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano or parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Tzatziki Aioli:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayo (or use more yogurt for a lighter version)
- ½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or mint
- Salt & pepper to taste
To Assemble:
- Slider buns, lightly toasted
- Arugula or baby greens
- Sliced red onion
- Optional: tomato slices, pickled onions, or olives for topping
Instructions:
- Make the Tzatziki Aioli:
- Combine all aioli ingredients in a bowl and stir until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning — a little extra lemon or dill never hurts!
- Chill in the fridge while you make the sliders.
- Mix & Shape the Lamb Patties:
- In a large bowl, combine lamb, feta, garlic, herbs, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently (don’t overwork it!) and form into 8 mini patties.
- Cook the Sliders:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook sliders for 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked to desired doneness.
- Assemble the Sliders:
- Spread the bottom bun with tzatziki aioli.
- Add arugula, a lamb patty, red onion, and more aioli on top.
- Close with the top bun and serve warm!
🛎️ Serving Ideas:
- Serve with lemony roasted potatoes or a Greek salad.
- Want to go all-out? Add a side of crispy halloumi fries or mini spanakopita.
💡 Pro Tips:
- These patties can be made ahead and chilled before cooking — great for party prep!
- Prefer full-size burgers? Just scale up the patty size and adjust cook time.
Need a reel idea? Try a slo-mo aioli drizzle, a sizzle shot as the patties hit the pan, and that bite reveal with feta peeking out. Want a caption to match? I’ve got spicy, funny, or classy on deck — just say the vibe!
