Greek Feta Burgers Light

Elevate your burger night with these Greek Feta Burgers Light—a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired twist on the classic favorite! Made with lean ground turkey, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and a burst of fresh herbs like parsley and dill, these burgers are packed with vibrant flavor while keeping things light. The addition of whole wheat bread crumbs and a hint of cumin ensures juicy, perfectly textured patties that cook up beautifully in just minutes. Serve them on toasted whole wheat buns and top with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber slices, and ripe tomatoes for a healthy, refreshing finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs wonderfully with a side salad or baked sweet potato fries. Bring the fresh flavors of Greece to your table today with this easy, delicious meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 0.25 cup (finely diced) red onion
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh dill
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 buns whole wheat burger buns
• 0.5 cup (optional, for topping) low-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) sliced cucumber
• 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) sliced tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, crumbled feta cheese, red onion, parsley, dill, minced garlic, egg, whole wheat bread crumbs, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Using clean hands or a wooden spoon, gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the meat mixture to avoid dense burgers.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Place the patties in the skillet or on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

While the burgers cook, lightly toast the whole wheat burger buns, if desired.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on the bottom half of a bun. Optionally, top with low-fat Greek yogurt, sliced cucumber, and sliced tomatoes.

Step 8

Finish by adding the top half of the bun and serve warm. Enjoy your lighter Greek-inspired burgers with a side salad or baked sweet potato fries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1276.6 grams (1276.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2224

Total Fat 85.10g	109%
Saturated Fat 26.20g	131%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 612mg	204%
Sodium 4413mg	192%
Total Carbohydrate 220.30g	80%
Dietary Fiber 27.80g	99%
Total Sugars 42.30g
Protein 162.70g	325%

Vitamin D 98IU	490%
Calcium 982mg	76%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 2266mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 38.3%