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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!
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all burger ingredients. Use your hands to mix!
- Form into patties, I used about 1/3 – 1/2 cup of meat for each.
- Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet with 2 tbsp avocado oil over medium heat, and once hot, add burgers.
- 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.
- After burgers have cooked, prepare tzatziki sauce according to this recipe.
- Serve with onion, tomato, buns, or over lettuce! Enjoy!
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Jordan says
Such an easy, go-to recipe that’s always delicious! I recommend to everyone!
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Erin says
Hi Jordan, so happy you loved them!!
SARAH says
These are truly the best Turkey burgers ever!!! So simple yet very flavorful and super easy to make. I’m eating them plain (no tzatziki) and they are so tasty!!! Highly recommend
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Sarah, so happy you both loved them!!
Cara G. says
Coming from a mama of a 6 month old with limited time to cook, this recipe is a LIFE SAVER. It is super easy to make and absolutely DELICIOUS. I can make it at the beginning of a week to have for dinner and then have it for lunches all week!
I should also add that on days when I don’t have time to make the patties, I just cook it up like ground beef and use it on salads or in pitas. SO GOOD!
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Erin says
Hi Cara, so happy you loved them and thanks for your kind words!! 🙂
Emily says
My go to turkey burger recipe! So easy to make and great flavor.
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Emily, so happy you love them!!
Jaclyn says
This recipe is so easy, but even more important so tasty! The burgers are juicy and flavorful. I will definitely make this again.
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Erin says
Hi Jaclyn, so happy you enjoyed them!
Genevieve says
These are a game changer for me! I didn’t even add the feta correctly (used as a topping,) and it was still so delicious. Can’t wait to make these again!! like someone said I definitely make these more than once a week, all for myself!
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Genevieve, I am so glad you loved the burgers so much!!
Alli Reviglio says
These burgers have so much flavor and the tzatziki adds a really nice touch! Huge crowd pleaser. Definitely one of my go-to recipes! Thanks Erin!
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Erin says
Hi Alli, so happy you loved them!
Diana says
the BEST burgers! I seriously make these once a week and now making two batches at a time so we have leftovers. can’t say enough good things about this recipe and Erin. thank you for all the work you put in to give us amazing recipes time and time again!
Erin says
Hi Diana, so glad you loved them so much!! 🙂
diana says
my star rating didn’t save 🙁 hoping to change/reflect that here! Thanks again!
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Diana, ah you’re so sweet! Thank you!!
Marissa S. says
I LOVE this recipe! I have probably made it 15 times in the last 6 months. It is so easy, quick, but full of flavor! Plus it is healthy! Definitely a regular go to!
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Marissa, I am so happy you love them SO much! Thanks for your support! 🙂
Robin says
Big hit! Everyone loved them! We used goat instead of feta, delish
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Erin says
Hi Robin, so glad you loved the burgers!!
Katie K says
Literally obsessed with these burgers. So easy to make (same with the tzatziki!) and always delicious. My husband also loves them which is a huge win!
Erin says
Hi Katie, so happy you both loved them!
Erin says
Had people over and was definitely asked for the recipe. Making again for weekly meal prep.
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Erin says
Hi Erin, so glad you loved them!
Alicia says
Delicious Erin!! Love your twist on a Turkey burger!! We’re heading to Greece in the spring and this recipe got us even more excited!! Sauce was so easy & a perfect topping!!
★★★★★
Erin says
Hi Alicia, so happy you loved them and ahh so exciting!
Allison says
Love this recipe so much! This has been on repeat for months. We never tire of them. Thanks, Erin!
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Erin says
Hi Allison, so glad everyone loves them!! 🙂
Christa P says
So dang delicious! And easy too. Will definitely be making these Over and over. I didn’t have onion so omitted but followed the rest exactly. Had them on the 4th with family and everyone loved them, kids included. Perfect!!
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Erin says
Hi Christa, so happy you loved them and made them your own!
Chrissy says
My family LOVES THESE!
Making some tonight for my daughter to bring back to school! First thing she asked for when she came home today!
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Erin says
Hi Chrissy, so glad everyone enjoyed them!!
Jessica says
Highly recommend these burgers to everyone asking for a healthy, easy, and delicious dinner recipe! They are perfect served on a bread thin (if you’re not looking for a full bun)!
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Erin says
Hi Jessica, so glad you loved them!!
Julie says
Made these for dinner on the grill and my husband LOVED them! Can’t wait to make them again
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Erin says
Hi Julie, so happy you both enjoyed them!!
Kelly Sullivan says
These are so delicious and so simple to make! My husband was skeptical when I told him I wanted to try this recipe and he didn’t think they could be so flavorful with turkey and not a ton of ingredients, but these are so so flavorful. Our only regret was that we didn’t double the recipe to have more leftovers. They were great on their own or with the tzatziki. This one is definitely becoming an instant go-to recipe for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal!
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Erin says
Hi Kelly, so happy you loved them!! Sounds like you need to make them again!
andrea says
These were so amazing! Going to be a summer staple!
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Erin says
Hi Andrea, so glad you loved them!!