Greek Turkey Burgers with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
Greek Turkey Burgers with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce are juicy, herb-seasoned turkey patties served on soft buns with fresh vegetables and a creamy cucumber yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired burger is light, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 burgers
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Ground turkey
- Garlic, minced
- Red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Dried oregano
- Lemon zest
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Hamburger buns
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber, grated and drained
- Garlic, minced (for tzatziki)
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil (for tzatziki)
- Salt (for tzatziki)
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes, sliced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, parsley, oregano, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix gently until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape into burger patties.
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and chopped dill in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the turkey patties for about 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns if desired.
- Place the cooked turkey patty on the bottom half of each bun.
- Top with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese if using, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.
- Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Mix crumbled feta cheese into the turkey mixture for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- Pita bread or flatbread can be used instead of burger buns.
- Serve the patties in lettuce wraps for a lower-carb option.
- Add sliced cucumbers, olives, or roasted red peppers as toppings.
- Turn the burgers into bowls by serving with rice, greens, and tzatziki sauce.
- Store leftover patties in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
