Chili Burgers

1 lb ground beef (can substitute turkey or ground lamb)
1 medium ripe tomato, seeded and cut into 1/4" dice
1/2 cup pitted black olives, chopped
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional:
1/3 cup Sour cream, for garnish
3 Scallions (3" of green left on), thinly sliced (for garnish)

Prepare hot coals for grilling.

Place beef in a bowl and mix well with the tomato, olives, garlic, mustard, chili powder, basil, oregano, lemon zest and dill. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Gently form the mixture into 4 patties, don't over mix the beef with the other ingredients.

Grill the burgers over hot coals, 3" from heat, for about 4 minutes per side for rare meat.

Serve immediately. If desired, top with sour cream, sliced scallions and grated Monterey Jack cheese.

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