Greek Turkey Burgers

Ground turkey burgers with olives, garlic, shallot, and Greek seasoning, topped with red onion and gouda cheese with lettuce and tzatziki sauce.

These Greek turkey burgers have a savory and slightly tangy flavor that is enhanced by the diced olives and the Greek seasoning. The shallots and garlic add depth and the juicy turkey patty is perfectly balanced by the toppings. The gouda cheese brings a creamy and nutty taste, while the green leaf lettuce and sliced red onion provide a fresh crunch. The garlic aioli and tzatziki sauce add a creamy and garlicky element that perfectly complements the Greek-inspired flavors of the turkey patty. Overall, these burgers are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers that are full of bold and savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground turkey (will make 6 patties)
  • 1 finely diced shallot
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 10 diced green olives and 10 diced Kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup RecTeq Freakin’ Greek seasoning
  • Brioche buns

Topping Options

  • Gouda cheese
  • Green leaf lettuce
  • Sliced red onion
  • Garlic aioli
  • Tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Dice olive, shallot, and mince garlic clove.
  2. Mix with ground turkey with Greek seasoning and form into 6 patties.
  3. Grill or pan fry until internal temp reaches 165 degrees.
  4. Dice olive, shallot, and mince garlic clove.
  5. Mix with ground turkey with Greek seasoning and form into 6 patties.
  6. Grill or pan fry until internal temp reaches 165 degrees.