These burgers combine ground turkey, oregano, feta cheese and spinach for a Greek twist.
These can be prepared as mini burgers if desired.
Feta Turkey Burgers With Spinach
1 1/4 to 1 1/3 pounds ground turkey breast
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon minced onion
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons applesauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
4 thick slices zucchini
cooking oil
4 hamburger buns, toasted or grilled
Romaine lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato
Tzatziki sauce, optional (see note)
Prepare grill for medium heat.
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, oregano, minced onion, black pepper and salt. Fold in the applesauce, Dijon, panko, spinach and feta. Shape into patties about 5 to 6 ounces each -- or smaller for mini-burgers.
Grill the patties about 6 minutes on each side or until thoroughly cooked through. The internal temperature should register 165 degrees. Brush the zucchini with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the zucchini slices alongside the burgers, about 2 minutes per side.
To assemble: On the bottom bun, place some romaine leaves; add a tomato slice, grilled zucchini slices and turkey burger. Place a dollop of tzatziki sauce on top if desired.
Makes 4 burgers.
Note: To make tzatziki sauce, mix 1/2 cup chopped cucumber with 1/3 cup plain Greek-style yogurt and 1/3 cup sour cream, salt and pepper, garlic and fresh or dried oregano to taste.
Food on 07/30/2014