Mindy Kobrin

Forget the bun…and the cheese…and the ketchup!

In last week’s blog post, the emphasis on bold flavors in healthier summer fare was encouraged. With that said, I know how hard it can be to give up the fresh bread and the delicious gooey cheese, but I can also wholeheartedly say that these 2 tasty burgers toppers will totally rock your summer barbecues. So hop on the healthier lifestyle bandwagon and get busy grilling up some Spring and Summer veggies as you and your family prepare for some serious lip-smacking eats.

First, try the Zesty Greek Sauce topper on my Naked Salmon Burgers. Then, don’t be afraid to add both recipes to your condiment platter for grilled meats and fish.

ZESTY GREEK YOGURT DIP

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 1 cup

Spoon over Salmon Sliders and garnish with fresh sprigs of dill.

Ingredients

• 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 lemon juiced and zested
• 1 seedless cucumber, peeled and cut into small matchsticks
• Freshly ground white pepper to taste
• Sprigs of fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

1. In a bowl, crush garlic and combine with plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, cucumber matchsticks and ground white pepper. Mix until incorporated.

SPICY TOMATO PEACH CHUTNEY

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 1 cup

Serve with Salmon Sliders.

Ingredients

• 2 peaches, peeled, pitted and diced
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 3 Tbs cider vinegar
• 1 Tbs light brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• Kosher salt and fresh ground white pepper to taste
• Chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

1. Over low heat in a small saucepan, combine peaches, tomatoes, vinegar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, cumin and a pinch of Kosher salt and ground white pepper.
2. Simmer, stirring with a wooden spoon or whisk, until mixture naturally thickens, approximately 8 minutes. Remove from heat and allow chutney to cool to room temperature.

Lettuce, tomatoes and pickles may also be your go-to choice for burgers, but don’t fear other veggies and fruits. Have a look in your fridge and if you have any of the below, get ready for a new culinary experience!

• Avocado
• Bell Peppers
• Grilled Peaches
• Grilled Pineapple
• Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
• Sauteed Fennel

EAT WELL. FEEL WELL. ENTERTAIN WELL.
LOVE your life!
CELEBRATE your culinary creativity!
PLAY with a renewed vitality!