Oven-Baked Greek Beef Patties with Lemon Potatoes

These oven-baked Greek beef patties with lemon potatoes are everything comfort food should be: juicy, tender, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked slowly in the oven, this classic Greek-style dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

The secret lies in the moist beef patties, enriched with soaked bread, onion, olive oil, and fresh herbs, paired with lemony roasted potatoes that absorb all the savory juices while baking. The result is a complete meal that’s perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or Sunday lunch — just like it’s served in Greek homes.

Oven-Baked Greek Beef Patties with Lemon Potatoes

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: Main dishCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

7

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

35

minutes

Calories

520

kcal

Total time

55

minutes

Ultra-juicy Greek-style oven-baked beef patties served with tender lemon potatoes. A classic, comforting one-pan meal full of Mediterranean flavor.

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Ingredients

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• Beef Patties

• 750 g 1.65 lb Ground Beef

• 250 g 8.8 oz Soaked Bread (weighed after soaking)

• 1 1 Large Onion

• 10 10 Sprigs Fresh Parsley, finely chopped

• 50 g 3.5 tbsp Olive Oil

• 1-2 tbsp 1-2 Vinegar

• Salt & Pepper, to taste

• Dried Oregano or Thyme

• Lemon Potatoes

• 1 kg 2.2 lb Potatoes

• Juice of 1 Lemon

• 70 g 5 tbsp Olive Oil

• 180 ml 3/4 cup Water

• 2 2 Garlic Cloves, finely chopped

• 1 1 Onion, finely chopped

• Salt & Pepper, to taste

• Dried Oregano or Thyme

Recipe directions

• Prepare the Beef Patties
• In a large bowl, add the ground beef, puréed onion, soaked bread, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano (or thyme), and chopped parsley.
• Knead the mixture for about 3 minutes, then transfer the bowl to the refrigerator while preparing the potatoes.
• Prepare the Potatoes
• Peel the potatoes and cut them into large chunks.
• Transfer them to a baking pan and add salt, pepper, optionally the garlic, chopped onion, oregano (or thyme), olive oil, lemon juice, and water. Toss well to combine.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C), conventional heat, for at least 1 hour before adding the patties.
• Bake the Patties
• Shape the mixture into 7 patties of about 150 g (5.3 oz) each.
• After the potatoes have baked for one hour, place the patties on top of the potatoes and continue baking at 400°F (200°C) for 30-40 minutes, until cooked through and golden.

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Why These Beef Patties Stay So Juicy

The combination of soaked bread, puréed onion, and olive oil ensures the patties remain moist throughout baking. Unlike pan-frying, oven baking allows the meat to cook evenly without drying out, while the juices drip into the potatoes below, enhancing their flavor.

Classic Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek lemon potatoes are known for their soft interior and lightly crisp edges. Baking them slowly in water, olive oil, and lemon juice creates a sauce that thickens naturally and coats every bite. As the beef patties cook, their juices mingle with the lemony sauce, creating irresistible depth.

Perfect for Family Meals

This is a one-pan oven dinner, ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend cooking. It reheats beautifully and is a popular choice for meal prep.