Description
Savor the taste of summer with these Grilled Greek Turkey Burgers topped with creamy tzatziki sauce. Juicy and flavorful, these turkey burgers are seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, making them a crowd-pleaser at any barbecue or family dinner. The refreshing tzatziki adds a delightful tang that complements the savory turkey perfectly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 4 whole wheat pita breads or burger buns
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh dill weed
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, parsley, garlic, and red onion. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
- Shape the mixture into four patties about ¾ inch thick.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are nicely browned.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and dill in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve the burgers on toasted pita or buns topped with tzatziki sauce and additional toppings if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (about 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg