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Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki

These Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly complemented by a cool, creamy homemade sauce. Quick and easy for any meal occasion!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Easy, Healthy, Quick, Turkey Burger, Tzatziki
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for tzatziki)
  • Burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves for serving
  • Tomato slices for serving

Instructions

  • Start by making the tzatziki sauce. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed of excess moisture), fresh dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate while preparing the burgers.
  • In a large bowl, add ground turkey, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a round patty about 3/4-inch thick. Press thumb lightly into the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and patties are golden brown. Avoid pressing down on patties.
  • Lightly toast burger buns if desired. On each bun bottom, layer a lettuce leaf and a turkey burger patty. Top with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce and tomato slices. Place bun top on and serve.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Large skillet

Notes

  • Remove excess moisture from cucumber to keep tzatziki creamy and not watery.
  • Use fresh dill for best sauce flavor.
  • Handle the turkey mixture gently to avoid tough burgers.
  • Check internal temperature to ensure burgers are fully cooked.
  • Let cooked patties rest a few minutes to retain juices.
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