You are 20 minutes away from these Greek inspired turkey burgers loaded with classic Mediterranean flavors of parsley, garlic and feta then topped with creamy homemade creamy yogurt sauce.
You'll Love These
- They're quick and easy. You are just 20 minutes away from these fresh, juicy, Mediterranean inspired burgers. They are the perfect healthy weeknight meal when you want something fast, but also want something satisfying.
- The ingredient list is short and sweet. Only 8 ingredients?! Yes, that's right friends! My favorite recipes are those that are filled with simple, wholesome ingredients and this one fits that bill perfectly!
- They're unexpected. You'll be the envy of the next backyard barbecue with these juicy Greek turkey burgers! Save the boring ground beef burgers for another night - serve your friends something new tonight!
Instructions
Add ground turkey, garlic, herbs, onion, feta and an egg to a large bowl.
Combine ingredients together. I find it's easiest to use my hands to mix everything together. To keep the burgers juicy, be sure not to over mix the ingredients!
Then divide the meat into 4 equal size patties.
Sear burgers in olive oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat.
Cook for a few minutes on each side until a dark golden brown crust forms.
I recommend topping your burgers with a big dollop of my homemade yogurt sauce along with sliced onion, tomato, lettuce and a bit more crumbled, tangy feta cheese.
Tips
- Use fresh garlic. This is really a tip to make any dish the best - don't buy the jars of minced garlic! Make sure you mince fresh cloves every time. The flavor will be a million times better!
- Don't use super lean turkey. I like to use 85/15 turkey for this recipe so that it doesn't dry out too much. Remember, fat is not your enemy, especially in this healthy burger. Also, fat = flavor.
- Don't over mix the meat. Be sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly, but DO NOT over mix. If you work the meat too much, you' end up with a firm burger texture. Handle the meat as little as possible for a more tender burger.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use a different kind of meat instead of turkey?
- Yes! Ground beef is another great option if your family prefers the flavor of beef. Ground chicken or even ground lamb would be delicious in this recipe as well!
- What should I serve with Greek Turkey Burgers?
- I'm a real sucker for a side of crispy potatoes with any kind of burger. My Greek Potato Wedges - with their hint of lemon and fresh dill - would be the perfect accompaniment to these burgers.
- My crispy oven baked fries are another contender for my favorite burger side. Made with russet potatoes, they are baked in the oven rather than fried. Yielding a delicious, golden brown crust with a tender potato center - and way less calories and fat than their traditional fried friends.
- My Mediterranean Pasta Salad or my Mediterranean Couscous Salad would be other great options if you're looking for something hearty, but loaded with veggies!
- Can I make Greek turkey burgers ahead of time?
- Of course! If you're making them ahead, I'd recommend that you wait to cook them until just before serving. But you could certainly mix everything up and form the patties up to a week in advance.
- You could also make the yogurt sauce ahead of time as well. That will stay fresh in the fridge for up to a week as well.
- Can I cook turkey burgers on the grill?
- Yes! These burgers are one of my favorite grilling recipes during the summer. I'll admit that we don't have a grill (I know - crazy, right?!) But we often use my parents or my in-laws when the weather is warm.
- Just make sure if you're grilling to thoroughly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking. Ground turkey is very lean so it's more likely to stick than ground beef, which naturally has a higher fat content.
Family Favorites
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- Greek Potato Wedges with Creamy Yogurt Sauce
- Roasted Garlic and Goat Cheese Dip
- Mediterranean One Pot Pasta
- Easy Mediterranean Dip
- Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Dill Pesto
Greek Turkey Burgers
These Greek burgers are loaded with classic Mediterranean flavors of parsley, garlic and feta and topped with a delicious, creamy, homemade yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 (¼ lb.) burgers 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
- ¼ cup minced red onion
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1 egg, beaten
- Kosher salt
- fresh cracked pepper
For serving:
- 4 wheat buns
- homemade yogurt sauce
- lettuce leaves
- sliced red onion
- sliced tomato
- crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
- Combine turkey, garlic, parsley, onion, feta, oregano, egg, a few large pinches of salt and a large pinch of pepper.
- Divide mixture into 4 equal size burger patties.
- Cook them in the oil for about 4-5 minutes per side until they form a golden brown crust and are cooked through.
- Serve turkey burgers on wheat buns (or wrapped in lettuce for a low carb option) and top with yogurt sauce, lettuce, red onion, tomato and feta.
Notes
Use fresh garlic. This is really a tip to make any dish the best - don't buy the jars of minced garlic! Make sure you mince fresh cloves every time. The flavor will be a million times better!
Don't use super lean turkey. I like to use 85/15 turkey for this recipe so that it doesn't dry out too much. Remember, fat is not your enemy, especially in this healthy burger. Also, fat = flavor.
Don't over mix the meat. Be sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly, but DO NOT over mix. If you work the meat too much, you' end up with a firm burger texture. Handle the meat as little as possible for a more tender burger.
Keywords: turkey burgers, feta burgers, Mediterranean burgers, Greek burgers
Ha Nguyen
Great recipe!
I made sliders because who doesn't love cute mini burgers? I added some lemon juice and it turned out great. The best thing is it kept well overnight. Can't wait to make this again!
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Kylie Lato
Mmmm...sliders are my favorite! What a great idea, Ha!! I'm SO glad that you enjoyed this recipe. Thank you for leaving a review!!
Jess
Great recipe! I’m curious if anyone has tried making the burger patties and then freezing them before cooking. I’m planning ahead for a vacation at a rental house and debating if I can prep and freeze or need to make there.
Kylie Lato
Great question, Jess! While I haven't tried this myself, I definitely think it would be worth a shot. There aren't any ingredients in this recipe that don't lend themselves well to being frozen, so I think that you would have great success with freezing these just like you would freeze a traditional beef patty. I'd recommend thawing in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. Can't wait to hear how they turn out if you try it! 🙂
Jess
Just circling back to say that I tried freezing these patties, and it worked really well! I’d recommend it if you won’t be able to make them fresh.
Kylie Lato
I am so glad to hear that, Jessica! Thank you so much for letting me know how they turned out!
Brittany
Can you bake these burgers in the oven or will it not work? Looks so good! Making it ASAP ?
Kylie Lato
Great question, Brittany! Although I've never tried baking them, I bet that it would work just fine. I don't think you'll get the same "crust" that you normally do with a regular burger preparation but the flavors would still be great. I'd also keep a close eye on the burgers to make sure that they don't overcook and dry out. I do bake meatballs all the time however so I'd imagine that it would work just fine. Here's a greek meatball recipe that I use where I bake them - I'd do something similar to this! https://midwestfoodieblog.com/greek-meatball-gyros/
Britt
Juicy, delicious, full of flavor and super easy to make!
★★★★★
Kylie Lato
I am so glad that you enjoyed this recipe, Britt! This is one of our family's favorite recipes. Thanks for leaving a review!
Francis Swainston
Awesome recipe. Delicious burger. I made it with grilled veggies and quinoa for my meal prep.
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Kylie Lato
WOOHOO! So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Francis. Veggies and quinoa sound like the perfect accompaniments. Thanks so much for leaving a review - I really appreciate it 🙂
Nicole
Tried this recipe out the other night, and it came out perfectly! The burger stuck together pretty well and it was so fragrant! Thanks so much for providing these great recipes 🙂
★★★★★
Kylie Lato
WOOHOO! So glad that you enjoyed this recipe, Nicole. I'm glad the burgers held together well!!! Thanks for leaving a review 🙂
Samantha
Best Greek turkey burgers ever! Especially the home made Greek yogurt ♥️?? Wouldn’t change a thing.
★★★★★
Kylie Lato
WOOHOO! I am so glad that you enjoyed this recipe, Samantha. Thanks so much for leaving a review - I really appreciate it 🙂
Lance
Loved this recipe. The turkey burger came out juicy and delicious. Even tried the yogurt sauce which was amazing. Will definitely make this again.
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Kylie Lato
WOOHOO! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe. The yogurt sauce really makes the meal!! Thanks so much for leaving a review - I really appreciate it 🙂
Katherine Ramos
In the instructions, it doesn't say when to use the garlic. I assume its just to add the mixture.
Kylie Lato
Yes! It was mentioned in the body of the post but omitted in the recipe card - great catch Katherine! It is in there now. Thank you for pointing it out!! 🙂
Sarah
This turkey burger was honestly the best I’ve ever had. I used my own Tzatziki sauce and followed the recipe exactly, the flavors were perfect!! I recommend!!
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Kylie Lato
Turkey burgers don't have to be boring!! I'm so glad that you enjoyed this recipe Sarah! Thank you SO much for leaving a review - I really appreciate it 🙂
Liv
Looks really yummy! Going to make this later this week1 Would ground chicken work as well?
Kylie Lato
Ground chicken would be GREAT in this recipe!!
Julia
This recipe was so good the first time I made it, it inspired me to invite my friends over for dinner. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. A healthy and delicious recipe.
★★★★★
Kylie Lato
I love how food brings people together!! Can't wait to fire up the grill this year throw these on 🙂
Luke
It's like a gyro but a burger! Genius!!
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Midwest Foodie
This is my most favorite turkey burger recipe ever!
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