This was a spur of the moment idea that I threw together last week and shared on my Instagram stories. I got a ton of enthusiastic response, so I’m sharing what I did! A couple of notes:
- These really were very informally put together, so feel free to change it up to work for your family. You can add additional veggies or sub out (or remove) the cheese.
- This meat mixture can also be used to make Greek Meatballs or Greek Meatloaf. As a general rule, adding egg and breadcrumbs to your burger mixture will give it the binding it needs to stay together as a meatloaf or meatball. Just be sure not to over-mix the meat so your end product isn’t too tough.
GREEK TURKEY BURGERS
Ingredients
FOR THE BURGERS
- 1-1.5 lbs ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs or any breadcrumbs you have on hand
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1-2 handfuls fresh spinach finely chopped
- 1 TBSP fresh dill finely chopped (optional)
- 1 TBSP dried oregano
- 1-2 tsp garlic powder to your tastes
- 10 small whole wheat pita pockets or your preferred buns
TO GARNISH
- tzatziki sauce*
- hummus*
- fresh spinach
- tomato slices
- fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, combine turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, feta, spinach, dill (if using), oregano and garlic powder.
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Use your hands to gently mix until just combined. Do not over-mix! The burgers will end up tough if you over-mix or abuse the turkey.
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Form the meat mixture into 10 small patties (be sure they will fit inside your pita pockets!) or larger patties to fit the buns you’re using.
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Cook the patties over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes on each side until well browned, or until internal temperature reaches 165°. Larger burgers make take longer.
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Cut sideways into the pita pockets and spread one or both sides with tzatziki sauce and/or hummus. Garnish with spinach, tomatoes and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
*Store bought or fresh made tzatziki and hummus. Either one is fine!
