Spiced Pork Patties with Mezze Salad and Creamy Dressing

This generous salad is inspired by the classic mezze platter, loaded with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes and cool cucumber. But we take it to the next level with spiced pork patties, creamy hummus and tangy feta cheese.

Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this bowl is packed with bold flavors and textures. The pork patties are seasoned with a Turkish spice blend and pan-seared until golden, then served over a bed of fresh greens with a creamy dressing.

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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

1.5 ounce Italian DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Mini CucumberView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Turkish Spice BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the ground pork, Turkish spice blend and half of the feta cheese. Mix well and form into 4 patties.
2. Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
3. Meanwhile, wash and dry the baby lettuce. Dice the tomato and mini cucumber. Slice the scallions.
4. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomato, cucumber and scallions. Drizzle with the Italian dressing and toss to coat.
5. Divide the salad among serving plates. Top with the pork patties, remaining feta cheese and a dollop of red pepper hummus.
6. In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with a splash of water to thin, then drizzle over the salad. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of pork?

Yes, ground turkey works well as a substitute. Adjust cooking time as needed.

What can I use instead of Turkish spice blend?

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

How do I store leftovers?

Store the salad and patties separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.