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Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers

These Mediterranean-inspired turkey burgers are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or summer cookout. Recipe includes instructions for stovetop and outdoor grill cooking in the recipe notes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: healthy
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Marissa Stevens

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 small shallot finely chopped, ~1/4 cup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt optional, (recipe note #1)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey not ground turkey breast
  • 3 ounces finely chopped fresh spinach ~2 cups
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese ~3/4 cup
  • 12 kalamata olives pitted and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Serving

  • toasted burger buns ideally Brioche Buns (optional)
  • toppings of your choice (recipe note #1)

Instructions

  • Add egg, shallot, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper to a large bowl and whisk until well combined. Fold in spinach, feta and olives. Add ground turkey and mix in with your hands, just until combined. (Don't over-mix or your burgers will be tough.)
  • Divide turkey mixture into 4 equal portions (or 6 portions, depending on your preferred size) and shape each into a patty, 3/4 to 1-inch thick. (If burgers feel very soft or warm, cover and refrigerate 30 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape.)
  • Heat olive oil in a large, non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add patties and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. (The internal temperature should reach 165℉ (74℃) on an instant read thermometer.)
  • Serve burgers on toasted buns (optional) with your choice of toppings. (recipe note #2)

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Notes

  1. Because both feta and kalamata olives are salty, you don't necessarily need to add more. That said, the saltiness varies a lot in those ingredients as does individual taste, so you may want to add up to 1/4 teaspoon of fine sea salt.
  2. Top these burgers with any combination of the following: lettuce or spinach leaves, tomato, cucumber slices, thinly sliced red onion, fresh herbs like mint leaves or dill, Tzatziki Sauce or your condiments of choice.
  3. Grilling Instructions: To cook these burgers on an outdoor grill, preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F to 400°F) and lightly oil the grates. Place the turkey burger patties on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer. Be sure to let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
     

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 153mg | Sodium: 623mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2242IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 3mg

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