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Greek Turkey Burgers

These Greek Burgers are so flavorful made with seasoned turkey patties and feta aioli sauce, on a soft bun with red onions and arugula. They'll be the star of any BBQ.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 356 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

Burger Patties:
  • 1 lb ground turkey , or use ground beef or ground lamb
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 6 fresh mint leaves , finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/3 cup roasted red bell peppers , finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Feta Aioli:
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt , or sour cream
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1-2 teaspoons harissa paste , optional
  • salt and pepper , to taste
Burgers:
  • ½ red onion , sliced into thick rings
  • 5 hamburger buns , good quality
  • 1 cup baby arugula , or lettuce of choice

Instructions

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  1. Meat: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, parsley, mint, basil, oregano, garlic, roasted red peppers, breadcrumbs, feta, egg, salt, and pepper. Squish together with your hands (or lightly with a meat chopper) until combined. Divide into 5 equal portions and form into patties, pressing a thumb imprint into the center of each.
  2. Cook Patties: Heat grill over medium-high heat (or use a cast iron skillet, to cook on stovetop) and grease well. Add patties and cook for a few minutes on each side, flipping once, until cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  3. Cook onions: Add onions to grill and cook for 3-4 minutes, until slightly charred.
  4. Feta Aioli: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.
  5. Assemble: Top burger buns with aioli, then greek burger patty, onion, arugula, and more sauce. Apply top bun, and enjoy.
  6. Serve with: Tomato Cucumber Salad , Burrata Salad, or Fries.

Notes

  • Make Ahead Instructions: The feta aioli can be made a few days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. You can mix and form the greek burger patties up to 1 day ahead of time. Just make sure to keep them covered well in the refrigerator.
  • Gluten-free Adaptations: Use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs, and gluten-free hamburger buns.

Nutrition Information

Calories 356kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 98mg (33%) Sodium 1207mg (50%) Potassium 466mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 527IU (11%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 209mg (21%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 356

% Daily Value*

Calories 356kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 1207mg 50%
Potassium 466mg 10%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 527IU 11%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 209mg 21%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.