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Healthy Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki

★★★★★ 163 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: ErinPosted: 6/25/20Updated: 4/6/21

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healthy greek turkey burgers

Upgrade your burger night by making Healthy Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki. They’re easy to make, totally life changing, and will boost your appreciation of burgers forever!

greek turkey burger

The turkey burger, transformed

Everyone has had their fair share of burgers, but I can bet that not everyone has had a Greek burger. Oh, yeah. The tables are totally turned when you add a delicious Greek tzatziki sauce to a turkey burger. It’s like magic right in front of your taste buds!

These healthy Greek burgers with tzatziki sauce are truly life changing. They’re made with a burger base of turkey, red onion, spinach, and feta! When placed on a bread or lettuce bun with tomato, onion, and tzatziki (a delicious Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce), transformative things happen.

For your next burger night, say goodbye to your plain ole’ boring turkey burger and instead opt for this incredible Greek meal that’s simple and easy to make. Your friends and family will thank you.

grabbing turkey burger

Ingredients used to make Greek burgers with tzatziki sauce

When it comes to making the turkey burger patties for this recipe, things couldn’t be easier. We will be blending a mix of ground turkey, red onion, spinach, and various spices.

Oh, and don’t forget the feta! This ingredient takes the patties to the next level.

  • Ground turkey
  • Feta
  • Garlic
  • Red onion
  • Spinach
  • Oregano
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Tzatziki sauce

Tools used to make this recipe

To make this Greek food recipe, a few tools are needed for both the burger and the sauce portions. To make the burgers, you will need a mixing bowl, a skillet, and a spatula. For the sauce, you will need two mixing bowls and a stirring utensil.

tzatziki sauce in bowl

How to make healthy Greek turkey burgers with tzatziki

This ground turkey recipe is made exactly how you’d expect. After mixing the ground meat with various ingredients, we will form them into patties and let them sizzle on the stove for a bit before diving into making the sauce. In total, this meal should only take about 20-25 minutes to create!

To make Greek burgers, start by combining all of the burger ingredients in a bowl. Using your hands, mix until everything well combined.

Form the mix into patties, using about 1/2 cup of meat for each.

Next, heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet with 2 tbsp of avocado oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the burgers.

Cook for 5 minutes on one side, and then flip and turn the heat to medium low. Cover for the next 5 minutes so the inside cooks. Repeat until all of the burgers are fully cooked.

After cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce using the directions listed in the sauce recipe.

Serve with onion and tomato on a bread or lettuce bun, and enjoy!

A healthier burger recipe

This recipe is one of my go-to meals because it has so many health benefits. To start, turkey meat is a very filling, lean meat. It’s high in protein and low in fat and provides a quality serving of Vitamin B6. Plus, I sneak extra veggies into the burger mix to provide even more nutrients!

The tzatziki sauce is a refreshing addition that also provides a good amount of protein. It’s made with Greek yogurt, which speaks for itself!

If you’re craving a nice burger but want to stay on the healthier side of things, this recipe is the perfect option.

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Turkey burger makin’ tips

Here are some pointers and recommendations for making healthy Greek burgers.

Cooking the turkey burgers
Be sure that the internal temperature of the burgers reaches at least 165F before removing from the skillet. They can be a tad pink, though they should not be overly pink.

Turkey burger cooking length
It should take about 10 minutes to cook a turkey burger, though this can vary depending on how thick you make the patties. 5 minutes per side seems to be the average timeframe.

Can I use store bought tzatziki?
Store bought tzatziki will work just fine in this recipe! Though I like to make my own (it’s so simple!), store bought will save you a few extra minutes and probably tastes just as delicious!

Storing leftovers
Leftover turkey burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Keep them in an airtight container or tightly sealed in plastic wrap.

Turkey burger sides

Looking for something quick and easy to pair with your Greek turkey burgers? Try one of these ideas!

  • Zucchini Noodle Caprese Salad with Walnut Pesto
  • Cranberry Quinoa Salad
  • Healthy Greek Pasta Salad (Gluten-Free)
  • Lemon Garlic Hummus
  • Crispy Baked Chili Lime Sweet Potato Fries

Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by Quarter Soul Crisis

greek turkey burger
★★★★★ 5 from 163 reviews

Healthy Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki

Upgrade your burger night by making Healthy Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki. They’re easy to make, totally life changing, and will boost your appreciation of burgers forever!

Prep: 10Cook: 10Total: 20 minutes
Yield 6 burgers 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 red onion, diced small
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped small
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Tzatziki Sauce Recipe 

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine all burger ingredients. Use your hands to mix!
  2. Form into patties, I used about 1/3 – 1/2 cup of meat for each.
  3. Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet with 2 tbsp avocado oil over medium heat, and once hot, add burgers.
  4. Cook for 5 minutes, flip, then turn the heat to medium low. Cover for the next 5 minutes so the inside cooks. Repeat until all burgers are cooked.
  5. After burgers have cooked, prepare tzatziki sauce according to this recipe.
  6. Serve with onion, tomato, buns, or over lettuce! Enjoy!
Author: Erin MorrisseyCategory: dinner, gluten-freeMethod: stovetopCuisine: GreekDiet: Gluten Free
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  1. Avery says

    Posted on 6/28 at 9:35 pm

    These burgers are fantastic!! They’re so juicy and delicious! Making them a staple in our house!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/30 at 8:08 am

      Hi Avery, so happy you loved them!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Danielle says

    Posted on 6/21 at 6:30 pm

    We love these turkey burgers! Most recipes are dry and tasteless, but these are the complete opposite! SO GOOD!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/22 at 11:51 am

      Hi Danielle, so glad you loved them so much!! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Tracey Harris says

    Posted on 5/9 at 6:53 pm

    Erin – these are awesome! This is the third time I’ve made them in a month! Turkey burgers can be flavorless – not these! Really enjoy them – with or without the bun!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 5/10 at 8:02 am

      Hi Tracey, so happy you love them SO much!!

      Reply
  4. Shelly says

    Posted on 4/18 at 4:55 pm

    These smell and look amazing! Quick question, is it the Feta that make the Cholesterol in the nutrition facts?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 4/18 at 6:02 pm

      Hi Shelly, thanks and possibly! I just use a nutrition calculator with all the ingredients but feel free to use your own and take the feta out.

      Reply
  5. Kelsey says

    Posted on 4/13 at 9:05 am

    Made these last night and they were so good!! Already planning to make them again and keep them on rotation all summer! So easy to make and so tasty!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 4/13 at 12:02 pm

      Hi Kelsey, so glad you loved them!! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Diana says

    Posted on 3/20 at 9:55 am

    Easy peezy. And SO delicious.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/21 at 1:48 pm

      Hi Diana, so glad you liked them!!

      Reply
  7. Laura says

    Posted on 3/19 at 5:40 pm

    Make. These. Burgers!! I don’t know how I’ve slept on this recipe for so long. Even my husband liked them! The tzatiki sauce was perfect with it. No changes needed!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/21 at 1:41 pm

      Hi Laura, so glad you both loved them so much! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Maria says

    Posted on 1/29 at 11:46 pm

    New favorite recipe! Easy and delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/2 at 8:23 pm

      Hi Maria, so happy you loved them!!

      Reply
  9. Grace Foley says

    Posted on 12/19 at 1:19 pm

    There are so many dry turkey burger recipes out there and these are the COMPLETE opposite. So juicy, easy, and delicious. My husband gets so excited when I meal prep a bunch of these for the week. Don’t sleep on the tzatziki sauce either!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/19 at 4:32 pm

      Hi Grace, so happy you both loved them! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Sarah says

    Posted on 12/19 at 1:10 pm

    So so satisfying, delicious, and easy to make! Wouldn’t change a single thing. Will be saving and remaking. Thanks for the recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/19 at 4:31 pm

      Hi Sarah, so glad you enjoyed them!!

      Reply
  11. Caroline says

    Posted on 12/13 at 6:57 pm

    Obsessed with these greek turkey burgers! So easy to make and the flavor is amazing!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/13 at 6:59 pm

      Hi Caroline, so happy you loved them!!

      Reply
  12. Maureen Bolinger says

    Posted on 12/9 at 1:29 pm

    I just made this burger for lunch. The tzatziki sauce is perfect recipe. For the burger I added some cumin and a roasted red pepper I had in fridge. It cooked very nicely and I used olive oil since I didn’t have avocado oil. The whole thing was such a nice bite and will become a regular for my family.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/10 at 11:27 am

      Hi Maureen, so happy you and your family loved the burgers!! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Claire says

    Posted on 11/15 at 6:20 pm

    I am vegetarian and made this with Impossible meat and it was SO GOOD! Also took your tip of grating the red onion into the burger and they come out juicy and delicious. It worked like a charm to cook it in the air fryer for 10 min!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 11/16 at 8:52 am

      Hi Claire, so glad you enjoyed them and made them your own!! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Molly says

    Posted on 10/28 at 1:47 pm

    Love these burgers! So easy, yet so flavorful. These are a weekly staple:)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/28 at 1:54 pm

      Hi Molly, I am so happy you enjoyed them!!

      Reply
  15. RoseMarie says

    Posted on 10/16 at 7:35 pm

    This is at least a once a week meal. And we use the 99% fat free Turkey and 1/4 cup reduced fat feta – the entire recipe is 2 points on WW without sacrificing taste. Delicious

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/17 at 8:19 am

      Hi RoseMarie, I am so happy you love the burgers and made them your own!!

      Reply
  16. Caroline says

    Posted on 9/17 at 7:53 pm

    Yum! Love these!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/18 at 6:03 pm

      Hi Caroline, so happy you liked them!!

      Reply
  17. Mark Fishbeck says

    Posted on 9/10 at 9:29 pm

    Best turkey burger I’ve ever made!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/12 at 3:39 pm

      Hi Mark, so glad you loved them!!

      Reply
  18. Kimberly says

    Posted on 9/6 at 9:38 am

    These are my favorite turkey burgers. We make these almost weekly in our house.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/6 at 11:08 am

      Hi Kimberly, so glad you love them soo much!

      Reply
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