Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger

Elevate your burger night with this Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger, a flavor-packed and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean ground turkey, a medley of vibrant Mediterranean ingredients like crumbled feta cheese, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs, each bite is bursting with bold, zesty flavors. Lightly spiced with red pepper flakes and topped with peppery arugula and creamy tzatziki sauce, this burger is perfectly nestled in a whole-grain bun for a wholesome finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this high-protein, nutrient-rich recipe is a delightful balance of indulgence and healthy eating, making it ideal for dinner or meal prep. Whether you're following the Mediterranean diet or simply craving something uniquely delicious, this turkey burger is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 0.5 Red onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
• 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Whole grain burger buns
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Arugula leaves
• 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced parsley, oregano, crumbled feta cheese, chopped kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix the ingredients until they are just combined, being careful not to over-work the meat.

Step 3

Shape the turkey mixture into four equally sized patties.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the turkey patties for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) with a meat thermometer.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, prepare the buns by toasting them lightly if desired.

Step 7

Once the patties are cooked, place each on a whole-grain burger bun.

Step 8

Top each turkey burger with a handful of arugula leaves and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Savory Turkey Burger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2063.1

Total Fat 92.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 382.4mg	0%
Sodium 4588.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 139.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 834.0mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 3004.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 35.6%