Mediterranean Diet Classic Burger

Elevate your burger game with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Burger, a healthier twist on a beloved classic. Crafted with lean ground turkey, infused with the bold flavors of red onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano, and accented by crumbled feta cheese, this recipe is a celebration of Mediterranean-inspired freshness. Topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp cucumber, juicy tomato slices, and peppery arugula, all nestled between golden-toasted whole wheat buns, this burger offers a guilt-free indulgence packed with wholesome ingredients. With just 25 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, it’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for your next dinner or barbecue.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Lean ground turkey
• 0.5 Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 50 g Feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 Whole wheat burger buns
• 1 Tomato, sliced
• 0.5 Cucumber, sliced
• 100 g Arugula leaves
• 120 ml Tzatziki sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until well integrated.

Step 2

Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese into the turkey mixture, making sure it's evenly distributed.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into four equal-sized patties, approximately 1.5 cm thick. Make a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.

Step 4

In a large skillet or grill pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Place the patties in the skillet or on the grill pan, and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C, ensuring they are fully cooked through and golden brown on both sides.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the whole wheat burger buns on a separate section of the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous tablespoon of tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 8

Place a turkey patty on top of the tzatziki, then layer with slices of tomato, cucumber, and a handful of arugula.

Step 9

Finish with another tablespoon of tzatziki sauce on the top half of the buns before placing it over the arugula.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Classic Burger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1277.6 grams (1277.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1891

Total Fat 91.30g	117%
Saturated Fat 24.70g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 407mg	136%
Sodium 3434mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate 135.30g	49%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 144.70g	289%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1028mg	79%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 2547mg	54%

*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: 42.3%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 27.9%