Feta Crusted Smash Burger

Name: Feta Crusted Smash Burger
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Greek-American
Ingredients: 1/3 lb ground beef; 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled; coarsely ground black pepper, to taste; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 brioche burger bun; 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce; 4 slices cucumber, thinly sliced; 3 rings red onion, thinly sliced; 2 slices tomato; salt, to taste

A feta-crusted smash burger combines ground beef coated in crumbled feta cheese, smashed on a hot griddle until crispy, then topped with tzatziki, fresh cucumber, red onion, and tomato on a toasted brioche bun.

🌍Greek-American 🏷️Smash burger 🏷️Feta cheese 🏷️Greek burger 🏷️Burger Ground beef

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🏷️Tzatziki

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Total

15 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/3 lb ground beef
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 brioche burger bun
2 tbsp tzatziki sauce
4 slices cucumber, thinly sliced
3 rings red onion, thinly sliced
2 slices tomato
salt, to taste

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Instructions

1
Crumble the feta cheese onto a plate.
2
Form the ground beef into a ball, then roll it in coarsely ground black pepper.
3
Press the peppered beef ball into the crumbled feta, ensuring it's fully coated on all sides.
4
Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Place the feta-crusted beef ball into the hot skillet. Cover with a piece of parchment paper and firmly smash it into a thin patty using a spatula.
6
Cook for about 3 minutes, until a deep brown crust forms.
7
Flip the patty and cook for another 2 minutes.
8
Remove the patty from the skillet and let it rest while you assemble the burger.
9
Spread tzatziki sauce on the toasted bottom bun.
10
Layer with sliced cucumber, a sprinkle of salt, and thinly sliced red onion.
11
Place the cooked patty on top, followed by the tomato slices.
12
Add more tzatziki to the top bun, place it on the burger, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Press feta crumbles firmly onto both sides of the patty before cooking so they adhere and crisp up on the griddle rather than sliding off.
Use coarsely ground black pepper for texture and flavor that doesn't burn; fine pepper can scorch at high heat.
Smash the patty once it hits the hot griddle and resist moving it—let it sit for 1–2 minutes to develop a brown, crispy feta crust.
Toast the brioche bun cut-side down on the griddle after cooking the patty to lock in structure and add a buttery contrast to the tangy toppings.

Substitutions

Halloumi or kasseri cheese → feta (both have high melting points and create a similar crispy crust)
Tzatziki sauce → Greek yogurt mixed with cucumber and dill (lighter, less tangy alternative)
Brioche bun → whole wheat or sourdough (for earthier flavor and different texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled burgers immediately after cooking; refrigerate leftovers separately (patty, sauce, vegetables) in airtight containers for up to 2 days and reassemble fresh.