Greek Turkey Burgers

Name: Greek Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey ((preferably a mixture of white and dark meat, or a blend of 85/15%)); ⅓ cup crumbled feta; ¼ cup finely minced fresh spinach; ¼ cup finely chopped Kalamata olives ((optional)); 1 finely chopped large shallot; ½ teaspoon finely minced garlic; 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ((to taste)); 4 buns; 1 cup Tzatziki; Lettuce ((optional)); Sliced tomatoes ((optional)); Sliced onions ((optional))

By Katie Workman

5 from 5 votes

on May 27, 2020, Updated Jun 25, 2025

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Greek turkey burgers with feta, garlic, and herbs — juicy, flavorful, and topped with tzatziki for a fresh Mediterranean twist on a healthy classic.

Greek turkey burger with tzatziki, lettuce, tomato, and onion on plate with sides.

This turkey burger recipe features pops of tangy feta, briny bits of olive, fresh oregano, and a bit of garlic. The burgers are flavorful, moist, juicy, and tender, and highlight the lively, vibrant, and clean flavors of the Mediterranean. These Greek burgers are topped with the country’s most popular condiment: tzatziki is a fabulous cucumber and yogurt sauce spiked with lemon, dill, and garlic.

You can make these burgers on a grill or indoors on the stovetop. To complete this Greek feast, pair these burgers with a Greek Tomato and Cucumber Salad, Greek Orzo Salad, or a Greek Tabbouleh Salad.

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Woman holding turkey burger with tzatziki and other toppings over yellow plate.

Ingredients

For the Burgers:

Ground turkey – While turkey isn’t a typical main protein in Greece, it’s a wonderful canvas for all these bright flavors. Look for an 85/15% white/dark meat blend if possible — this will be richer and juicier than lean ground turkey meat, though either will work here. Ground chicken works, too.
Crumbled feta cheese – For tangy, cheesy pockets.
Minced fresh spinach – For a bit of freshness and color.
Kalamata olives – Optional, but adds such a delightful saltiness.
Shallot and garlic
Oregano – If you don’t have fresh, you can use 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
Hamburger buns – Sometimes I skip the bun, break the cooked burgers into pieces, and serve them in lettuce wraps (perfect use of leftover burgers!).

To Serve:

Tzatziki – The quintessential Greek sauce. Use whole milk Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture.
Lettuce, tomatoes, and onions – The perfect toppings for any burger. (I love red onion here.)

How to Make Greek Turkey Burgers

Make the burgers: Combine the turkey, feta, spinach, kalamata olives, shallot, minced garlic, oregano, and salt (hands are best for this!).

Mixing ingredients for Greek turkey burgers in glass bowl.

Shape the patties.

Woman forming Greek Turkey Burger patties with her hands.

Cook the patties: Preheat the grill to medium-high, or preheat a nonstick skillet or cast-iron pan. Grill or pan-sear the burgers for about 5 minutes on each side, or until completely cooked through. The burgers should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, the safe temperature for cooking ground turkey.

Greek-flavored turkey burgers cooking in cast iron pan.

Serve the burgers hot on the buns with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, as desired. Also, try some grilled or roasted red peppers on top.

Person placing the top bun on a loaded Greek Turkey Burger.

What to Serve With Greek Turkey Burgers

Sautéed Corn and Zucchini in Lemony Browned Butter

Mayonnaise-Free Potato Salad

Classic Macaroni Salad

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About Katie Workman

Katie Workman is a cook, a writer, a mother of two, an activist in hunger issues, and an enthusiastic advocate for family meals, which is the inspiration behind her two beloved cookbooks, Dinner Solved! and The Mom 100 Cookbook.