Savory Mediterranean -Style Stuffed Grape Leaf Burgers - Sutter Home Family Vineyards

Ingredients

• MEDITERRANEAN TOPPERS:
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and minced
• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 cup pitted,chopped Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• PATTIES:
• 1 chicken bouillon cube, crushed
• 1/2 cup of hottest tap water
• 1/2 cup instant brown rice
• 1 tablespoon Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 peeled, crushed garlic cloves
• 1/2 small white onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon allspice
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
• Juice 1/2 lemon
• 1 1/2 pound ground chuck, brought to room temperature
• One jar of brine preserved California Grape Leaves
• Vegetable oil, for brushing grill rack
• Six whole wheat pita breads, cut horizontally, both sides brushed with Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil.