Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Orginal Author: Heidi / FoodieCrush

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 55
  • Typical Yield: 4 burgers

Ingredients

    Turkey Burgers:
    • 1 pound ground turkey
    • ½ cup fresh spinach leaves, chopped
    • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
    • ¼ cup red onion, minced
    • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
    • 1 egg, whisked
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 4 soft whole-wheat hamburger buns
    • Bibb lettuce leaves
    • Sliced red onion
    Tzatziki Sauce:
    • ½ English cucumber, grated (about 1 cup)
    • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2%)
    • 1 medium clove garlic, grated or minced (about ½ teaspoon)
    • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Gather the grated cucumber and place in a paper towel; press to remove excess water. In a medium bowl, combine cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 days.
  2. Prepare Turkey Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, add ground turkey, chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the turkey mixture and combine using your hands until well mixed.
  3. Form and Chill Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties. Place the patties on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Cook Turkey Burgers: Heat a non-stick grill pan over medium heat and spray well with cooking spray. Place the turkey burgers on the grill, cover with an upside-down sheet pan or lid, and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Assemble Burgers: Place each turkey burger on a whole-wheat bun and top with Bibb lettuce, sliced red onion, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.
ProTips:

Refrigerating the patties before cooking helps them hold together better on the grill.

Squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber to prevent a watery tzatziki sauce.