Greek Salad with Spiced Beef Patties and Red Pepper Hummus

This isn’t your average side salad. Inspired by the generous bowls we crave, this Greek salad is a full meal packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, topped with juicy tomatoes, cool cucumbers and a creamy Greek vinaigrette.

The star of the show is the spiced beef patties, seasoned with a Turkish spice blend and studded with feta cheese. They’re pan-seared until golden and juicy. A dollop of red pepper hummus and extra feta complete the dish, making every bite a delight. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that feels special.

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Ingredients

1.5 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Red Pepper HummusView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup Feta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Greek VinaigretteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Mini CucumberView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 tablespoon Turkish Spice BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the produce. Dice the tomato into ½-inch pieces. Trim and quarter the cucumber lengthwise, then slice crosswise into ½-inch-thick pieces. Trim and thinly slice the scallions, separating the whites from the greens; mince the whites. Trim and discard the root end from the lettuce; chop the leaves into 1-inch pieces.
2. In a medium bowl, gently combine the ground beef, scallion whites, half the Turkish Spice Blend (use all for 4 servings), ¼ of the feta, salt (we used ½ tsp; 1 tsp for 4 servings) and a pinch of pepper. Form into six 1½-inch meatballs (12 for 4 servings). Tip: Coat your hands with cold water first to prevent sticking.
3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and gently press down with a spatula to make ½-inch-thick patties. (Tip: Depending on pan size, you may need to work in batches.) Cook until browned and cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side.
4. In a small bowl, toss the tomato and cucumber with a pinch of salt and pepper. In another small bowl, combine the Greek vinaigrette and sour cream. Slowly drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil (2 for 4 servings), whisking continuously. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
5. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce and scallion greens with enough dressing to coat. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
6. Divide the salad between bowls. Arrange the patties, tomato-cucumber mixture, hummus and remaining feta on top in separate sections. Drizzle any remaining dressing over the patties and serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey or chicken can be substituted. Adjust cooking time as needed to ensure they are cooked through.

What can I use instead of Turkish spice blend?

A mix of cumin, coriander, paprika and a pinch of cinnamon can mimic the flavor profile.

How do I store leftovers?

Store the salad components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat patties gently in a pan.