Spinach Feta Burgers
Elevate your burger night with these flavorful Spinach Feta Burgers, a protein-packed twist bursting with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Juicy ground turkey or chicken forms the base, while fresh spinach, tangy crumbled feta, and aromatic garlic and oregano infuse each patty with rich, vibrant flavor. A touch of breadcrumbs and egg ensures a perfectly tender texture, and a quick chill in the fridge keeps the burgers firm during cooking. Whether pan-cooked to golden perfection or grilled for that smoky char, these burgers pair beautifully with toasted buns and your favorite fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and red onion. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a wholesome and delicious way to upgrade your burger repertoire while staying packed with protein and nutrients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend cookout!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey or chicken
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Burger buns
- Toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato, red onion, etc.)
Instructions
Wash and finely chop the fresh spinach. Then, lightly wilt the spinach in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until just softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey or chicken, wilted spinach, feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped red onion, breadcrumbs, egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients with clean hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the burgers tough.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick. Place the patties on a plate or tray and chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties to the pan.
Cook the burgers for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Toast the burger buns in the same pan or toaster until lightly golden, if desired.
Assemble the spinach feta burgers by placing the cooked patties on the buns, adding your choice of toppings such as lettuce, tomato, or red onion, and serving immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1149 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*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.
