Bold flavors combine spicy peppers, melted cheese, crisp cucumber, and creamy yogurt dip.
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef or plant-based alternative
02 - 1 small red chili pepper, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
→ Cheese & Toppings
07 - 4 slices pepper-jack cheese
08 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
10 - 4 burger buns
→ Cooling Yogurt Dip
11 - 5.3 oz plain Greek yogurt
12 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
13 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Optional
16 - Lettuce leaves
17 - Sliced red onion
# How To Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped chili, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently and shape into four equal patties.
02 - Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until just cooked through.
03 - Place a slice of pepper-jack cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and allow to melt.
04 - While patties cook, combine Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
05 - Lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
06 - Spread the yogurt dip on the bottom bun, layer cucumber slices, place the cheesy patty, add red bell pepper and optional lettuce or onion, then top with the bun.
07 - Serve immediately with extra yogurt dip on the side.
