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Greek Turkey Burgers.

Tender Greek Turkey Burgers

These Tender Greek Turkey Burgers are made up of lean ground turkey, garlic, kalamata olives, feta, and tangy capers. 
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Dana Sandonato

Ingredients

  • 4 hamburger buns or kaiser rolls
  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey dark meat preferred, OR between 80-90% lean.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup drained kalamata olives, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 TBSP drained capers, finely chopped
  • 2 TBSP freshly chopped parsley
  • 1 TBSP Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian herb mix

Topping Suggestions.

  • Tomato slices
  • Leafy greens
  • Cucumbers
  • Roasted red peppers
  • Red onion
  • 4 Hamburger buns or kaiser rolls
  • Tzatziki
  • Olive tapenade
  • Pesto + mayo

Instructions

  • Line a paper plate or baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  • Place the ground turkey in a large bowl. Add all of the ingredients from the kosher salt through to the dried herbs. With clean hands, get in there and mix the ingredients until well combined.
  • Shape four even patties with your hands. Ensure they're solid and well-formed, then set onto the parchment-covered surface. Wash your hands and place the patties in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, if not a few hours. This will help the patties become more sturdy and stay together when cooking.

If cooking on a skillet.

  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the patties. (Depending on the size of your skillet, I'd suggest no more than two at a time. You don't want to overcrowd the skillet.) Cook the patty for about five minutes. Carefully flip the patties, and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the patties reach an internal temperature of 160º F. (Protein continues to cook once removed from the heat, so once the burgers are prepared, they'll have reached the ideal 165º F.)

If cooking on the grill.

  • Always start with a CLEAN grill. This will prevent your meat from sticking and falling apart. Preheat the grill to high heat.
  • Grease up the grill by lightly dipping a ball of paper towels in olive or vegetable oil with tongs. Using those tongs, carefully glide the oiled paper towel over the grates until they're fully coated and glossy. (You may have to do this 3-4 times.)
  • Place the turkey burgers on the grill and cook for five minutes, covered, until you get some nice grill marks going. Then, carefully flip the patties and continue to cook them, covered, for 3-5 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160º F.

To serve.

  • Serve on fresh buns or kaiser rolls with your fave toppings. See ingredients list for suggested toppings.

Notes

To freeze: The uncooked patties can be frozen for up to three months. Freeze the burgers on a baking sheet or plate so that their shape sets, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly bag or container to store. To defrost the patties, place them in the refrigerator over night and keep them there until it's time to cook, then cook as directed.