Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Name: Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole English Cucumber; 17 ounces, weight Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt (I Used A 17 Ounce Container Of Fage); 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest; 1/2 Lemon, Juiced; 1 clove Garlic, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Mint; 1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Dill; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1 pound Ground Turkey; 1 whole Egg White; 10 ounces, weight Frozen, Chopped Spinach, Defrosted And Drained Well; 4 ounces, weight Crumbled Feta; 1 dash Oregano; 1/4 cups Panko Or Breadcrumbs; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 5 whole Hamburger Buns

Servings: persons

1 whole English Cucumber
17 ounces, weight Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt (I Used A 17 Ounce Container Of Fage)
1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
1/2 Lemon, Juiced
1 clove Garlic, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Mint
1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Dill
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1 pound Ground Turkey
1 whole Egg White
10 ounces, weight Frozen, Chopped Spinach, Defrosted And Drained Well
4 ounces, weight Crumbled Feta
1 dash Oregano
1/4 cups Panko Or Breadcrumbs
Salt And Pepper, to taste
5 whole Hamburger Buns

1
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2
Cut the cucumber in half down the center and scoop out the soft inside section with a spoon.
3
Discard the insides.
4
Grate the rest of the cucumber using a box grater and place in a strainer.
5
Sprinkle with salt, set the strainer in the sink and allow it to drain for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and pressing out the liquid.
6
In a medium bowl combine the yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, mint, and dill.
7
Add the grated cucumber and stir to combine.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
In a large bowl combine the ground turkey, egg white, spinach (broken up into small pieces), feta, oregano, and breadcrumbs.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Form the turkey mixture into four to five patties and place on a plate coated with cooking spray.
12
Spray the tops of the burgers.
13
Grill the burgers until cooked throughout, about 8-10 minutes on each side.
14
Serve on a bun with a topping of tzatziki sauce.

738

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole English Cucumber, 17 ounces, weight Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt (I Used A 17 Ounce Container Of Fage), 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest, 1/2 Lemon, Juiced, and more.

Yes, Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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