Greek Turkey Burgers by Katie Broadbent

I just tried these last night and they were great!!  A nice, light, fresh version of the old American burger!

Greek Turkey Burgers

In a large bowl, combine the following ingredients, and mix well:

1/3 cup bread crumbs

1 egg

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried mint

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

3 tablespoons plain low fat yogurt

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Step 2:

Add 1 pound of ground turkey to the above mixture, fold in, until blended well.

Cooking Directions:

Form into 4-6 burger patties and broil or grill 7-9 minutes on each side, or until cooked through (160 F).  Make sure to grease the grill! (OR)  On the stove top, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet, over medium-high heat.  Once the pan is hot, cook burgers until done.

Serve in pitas or on a whole wheat bun with greek salsa (recipe below) and more feta if you like.

Greek Salsa

Combine in a small bowl

2 T. white vinegar

2 t. olive oil

2 ½ t. Italian salad dressing mix (like Good Seasons)

Stir well then add:

1 c. chopped tomato

¼ c. chopped cucumber

¼ c. chopped olives (I prefer kalamata, but whatever)

Fresh chopped parsley

 (I have also added green onions or purple onions, any color bell peppers, celery, finely chopped celery, grated carrots for color and sweetness . . . all of that has been delicious! Just add a bit more vinegar and oil if you need a bit more dressing because you added a bunch of veggies)

I also have served with fresh spinach leaves and of course avocado goes nicely, but when doesn’t it?