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Flavorful Greek Turkey Burgers with Feta and Tzatziki Sauce

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Juicy and flavorful Greek turkey burgers mixed with crumbled feta and fresh herbs, served with a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce. A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired meal perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey, preferably 93% lean
  • 4 oz (115 g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt, plain full-fat
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, finely diced or grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 pita buns or soft burger buns

Instructions

  1. Prep the tzatziki sauce: Grate the cucumber finely, then place it in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, 1 clove minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp olive oil, juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir well and refrigerate.
  3. Prepare the turkey mixture: In a medium bowl, gently mix ground turkey with crumbled feta, 2 cloves minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped red onion, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.
  4. Form patties: Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch (2 cm) thick. Make a slight indentation in the center with your thumb.
  5. Cook the burgers: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and a golden crust forms.
  6. Toast the buns: While burgers cook, lightly toast pita or buns in a separate pan or oven.
  7. Assemble and serve: Spread tzatziki on the bottom bun, place turkey burger on top, add fresh toppings if desired (tomato, lettuce, red onion), then top with the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overmix the turkey to keep burgers tender. Use the thumb indent trick to prevent puffing. Squeeze excess moisture from cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Rest patties 5 minutes after cooking for juiciness. Adjust salt if feta is very salty. Can prepare patties and sauce a day ahead.

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