Healthy Turkey Burgers With Spinach, Feta & Tzatziki

Ingredients:

Spinach Feta Burgers:

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 1/4 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 large sweet onion, grated
• 1 egg, whisked
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Tzatziki:

1. 1 1/2 cups cucumber, grated and peeled (from about 1 medium cucumber)
2. 2 cups thick whole milk Greek yogurt
3. 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
4. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5. 5 garlic cloves, minced
6. 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
7. 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

Instructions:

Spinach Feta Burgers:

Prepare the turkey mixture:

 

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, grated onion, whisked egg, minced garlic, basil, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix gently until the ingredients are evenly combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the burgers tender.

Shape the patties:

 

Divide the mixture into 4–6 equal portions and shape into burger patties.

Cook the patties:

 

1. Heat a grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill over medium heat. Lightly grease with oil.
2. Cook the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are browned on the outside.

Rest the burgers:

 

Allow the burgers to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Tzatziki:

Prepare the cucumber:

 

Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess water using a clean towel or cheesecloth.

Combine the ingredients:

 

In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and chopped dill.

Chill the tzatziki:

 

Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serving:

Serve the spinach feta turkey burgers with tzatziki sauce on the side or as a topping.

Pair with whole-grain buns, a side salad, or roasted vegetables for a healthy, balanced meal.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious turkey burgers!