Elevate your burger night experience with these delectable spinach feta turkey burgers! These turkey burgers are bursting with Greek flavors and are topped with a zesty yogurt sauce, making them a nutritious, high-protein option for both lunch and dinner throughout the year.
If you’re seeking a change from the classic beef burger or looking for a leaner grilling option without sacrificing taste, these spinach feta turkey burgers are an excellent choice.
What’s even better is that they’re straightforward to prepare, and you may already have all the necessary ingredients at home! I’m confident that these spinach feta turkey burgers could become your preferred turkey burger recipe. So, why not give them a try?
What Makes These Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers Special
- Simple – Crafted with just a few ingredients, these burgers are incredibly easy to prepare.
- Flavorful – The addition of spinach and feta infuses the burgers with rich flavors.
- Juicy – They are tender, succulent, and bursting with juiciness.
- Lean – Turkey keeps these burgers lean and low in calories.
- High in Protein – Each turkey burger patty boasts a whopping 24 grams of protein.
- Versatile – Enjoy these spinach feta turkey burgers in a bun, as a lettuce wrap, or on a salad.
Ingredients for Turkey Burgers
To create these spinach feta turkey burgers, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Ground Turkey – Opt for extra lean or lean ground turkey. Ground chicken is also an option if preferred.
- Spinach – The recipe calls for fresh spinach, but frozen spinach can be used as well. Refer to the recipe card below for instructions.
- Feta Cheese – Use crumbled feta to enhance moisture and flavor.
- Red Onion – For extra juiciness. White or yellow onions can be substituted if necessary.
- Garlic – Adds an extra layer of flavor. If fresh garlic isn’t available, use 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Salt and Pepper – Season the burgers to your liking.
In addition to the burger patties, you can whip up a refreshing yogurt sauce. Detailed instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Note: If you want to extend the ground turkey to make extra burger patties, you can add 1/3 cup of bread crumbs to the mixture, although it’s not mandatory.
Dietary Adaptations
To Make them Dairy-Free: Unfortunately, these burgers require feta, so dairy-free isn’t an option. However, if you can’t tolerate cow’s milk, consider using goat or sheep’s milk feta cheese.
To Make them Gluten-Free: No adjustments are needed for the turkey burger patties as they are naturally gluten-free. Opt for gluten-free burger buns.
How to Prepare This Recipe
Here’s a step-by-step guide to crafting these delightful spinach feta turkey burgers:
- Cook the Onion, Garlic, and Spinach – In a warm pan with olive oil over medium heat, sauté the red onion until tender (2-3 minutes), add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, then introduce chopped spinach with a pinch of salt and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. (While you can add these ingredients raw to the burgers, lightly cooking them before mixing with the ground turkey enhances both flavor and texture.)
- Prepare the Turkey Mixture – In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooked red onion, garlic, and spinach mixture, crumbled feta cheese, salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands.
- Shape the Burger Patties – Divide and shape the turkey mixture into four equally sized burger patties.
- Cook the Burgers – Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, then grill the patties for 4-5 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165ºF.
- Assemble to Your Liking – Once cooked, assemble the turkey burgers on toasted buns with your preferred toppings.
- Enjoy!
For detailed instructions, refer to the recipe card below.
Other Cooking Options
While these spinach feta turkey burgers shine on the grill with enticing grill marks, you can also cook them in a cast iron skillet or grill pan if needed. Simply heat your pan to medium-high and grill the turkey burgers for 4-5 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165ºF.
