[Foodie Friday Recipe] Paleo Lamb Burgers With Pistachio Pesto

Rose S. | May 18, 2018 | Real Food Recipes

Get the grill ready for these delicious Paleo lamb burgers and kick off grilling season right!

Say hello to spring and summer grilling season with these delicious Paleo lamb burgers topped with zesty pesto! These flavorful burgers are a nice change from the usual, and they are the perfect way to enjoy an outdoor barbecue on a spring evening. Spring lamb and fresh mint give these burgers a nice fresh “kick,” while the pistachio pesto adds a creamy texture that can’t be beat!

Skip the buns for a gluten-free Paleo meal, and serve with lettuce or in Paleo wraps made without grain.

These only take 20-30 minutes to whip up, so they’re perfect for a quick spring or summer weeknight dinner – though they’ll also make an impressive meal for guests at your weekend barbecue.

Here’s how to make them (see list of ingredients below the video):

Paleo Lamb Burgers With Pistachio Pesto

What You’ll Need:

For the burgers
1 ½ pounds ground lamb (grass-fed if possible)
1 teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon allspice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup mint leaves, finely chopped
¼ cup parsley, chopped

For the pistachio pesto
1 garlic clove
1 cup pistachios
½ cup Primal Kitchen Extra Virgin Avocado Oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste
¼ cup mint leaves, loosely packed
A pinch of salt

Recipe Source: ThriveMarket.com