Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger
Elevate your burger game with the Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger—a flavorful and wholesome twist on a classic. This recipe combines lean ground turkey with a medley of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs like parsley and oregano for a burst of savory goodness in every bite. Aromatic garlic and a touch of red pepper flakes add depth, while a creamy dollop of tzatziki sauce and peppery arugula bring freshness to your whole-grain bun. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed burger is a perfect balance of healthy and delicious, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it warm and relish the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with every mouthful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 0.5 Red onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Whole grain burger buns
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Arugula leaves
- 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
Finely chop the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced parsley, oregano, crumbled feta cheese, chopped kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix the ingredients until they are just combined, being careful not to over-work the meat.
Shape the turkey mixture into four equally sized patties.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
Cook the turkey patties for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) with a meat thermometer.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the buns by toasting them lightly if desired.
Once the patties are cooked, place each on a whole-grain burger bun.
Top each turkey burger with a handful of arugula leaves and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2063 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.2 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 4589 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.0 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 139.5 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 834 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 3005 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
