Greek Turkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatziki

Since on the Candida diet, I’m always searching for burgers that do not use bread or bread crumbs as an ingredient.  That is what attracted me first to this turkey burger.  Adding spinach, feta, and spices to the burger sounded so flavorful!  And, it turned out to be a winner! The tzatziki sauce is a must to make alongside this burger. It is simple to whip up and is the perfect compliment to this Greek burger.

Greek Turkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatziki

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (Feta cheese is not technically on the Candida diet. I will only eat goat and feta cheese as regular cheeses. The rest of the cheeses I eat are vegan.)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions:
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. (Note: I did not make my burgers on the grill. I pan-fried them in olive oil on the stovetop on medium-high heat for 4 to 6 minutes per side. They would be delicious on the grill, so I am including those instructions.)
  • Squeeze excess moisture from the spinach. Combine the spinach with turkey, feta, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; mix well.
  • Form into four 4-inch patties. (Note:  I wrapped each burger in plastic wrap for 1 hour before I pan-fried them.)
  • Oil the grill rack. Grill the patties until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, 4 to 6 minutes per side. (An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should register 165 degrees F.)
  • Serve with red onion slices, cucumber slices, and tzatziki on a bed of baby spinach. (See recipe below.)
Tzatziki
  • 2 (8 ounce) containers of plain yogurt (I used plain nonfat Greek.)
  • 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill and garlic. Process until well-combined.  Transfer to a separate dish.  Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor.

Ready for Memorial Day!
These Greek turkey burgers would be a great addition to your Memorial Day celebration. The tzatziki sauce could also be used as a veggie dip, on gyros, or on a Greek salad.  It is so tasty!  Be sure to use the fresh dill.  I hope you enjoy this recipe and your holiday weekend!

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