Description
A flavorful and healthy Greek Turkey Burger recipe served with homemade tzatziki sauce, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables on toasted whole wheat or brioche buns. Perfect for a quick, nutritious weeknight dinner that combines Mediterranean flavors with lean protein.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Turkey Burgers
- 1½ lbs (680 g) ground turkey (93% lean)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt, to taste
For Serving
- 4 whole wheat or brioche burger buns, toasted
- 1 cup arugula or baby spinach
- 1 tomato, sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
- Make Turkey Patties: In a large bowl, gently combine ground turkey with finely chopped red onion, parsley, dill, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Cook Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the turkey patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ensuring they are fully cooked and juicy.
- Toast Buns: Lightly toast the burger buns either in the skillet or in the oven until golden brown to enhance texture and flavor.
- Assemble Burgers: Spread a generous amount of the prepared tzatziki sauce on both the top and bottom halves of each bun. Layer with arugula or baby spinach, the cooked turkey patty, sliced tomato, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Close the burgers with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the grated cucumber well to prevent a watery tzatziki sauce.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure turkey patties are cooked thoroughly to a safe internal temperature.
- Optional feta cheese adds a salty, creamy contrast but can be omitted for a lighter option.
- Can be served with a side of Greek salad or sweet potato fries for a complete meal.
- Ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken if preferred.
