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    15 Jul 21, 2016 Dinner  |   Jump to Recipe

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Recipe

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    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Recipe

    We’re big burger fans at my house, so I’m always testing out new flavor combinations.  This Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger was inspired by an incredibly delicious block of feta that I recently got a local market.  Both rich and salty, the brined cheese is transformed into a creamy wHipped feta, just 1 of the 2 sauces in this recipe.  To compliment the feta, I stacked up the burger as follows:

    • Bottom bun (brioche highly recommended)
    • Sun-dried tomato mayo
    • Sliced Persian cucumber
    • Turkey burger infused with garlic and fresh oregano
    • Tomato
    • Red onion
    • Arugula
    • wHipped feta
    • Top bun

    Now THAT is a mouthful!  With each large bite, you’ll get plenty of freshness from the veggies along with a sharp saltiness from the feta.  The 2-ingredient sun-dried tomato mayo adds some good moisture to the bottom half of the burger along with a surprising depth of flavor. And the turkey burger patty is hardly a throw-away.  Fresh oregano is quite strong compared to its dried counterpart, and when paired with garlic, it really takes turkey to the next level.  The marriage of all these flavors is what makes this burger recipe ultimate.  Continue reading for the recipe.

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Ingredients

    Before we get to the full recipe, let’s talk turkey.  Ground turkey can be a tricky thing to work with because it easily dries out.  I would recommend finding a blend that’s either 100% or part ground dark meat.  This will help to keep the burgers juicy.  Try to avoid 100% white meat.  The ground turkey pictured here is from Trader Joe’s and I’ve also found a good option at Whole Foods.

    Burger Mix

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Patties

    I’ve made these burgers on the grill and in a skillet.  Cooking them on a grill will add a nice smokey flavor, but cooking them on the skillet results in a beautiful sear.  Either option is tasty.  When cooking fresh turkey burgers, I would highly recommend using a thermometer to test for doneness.  When the burgers reach 160°F, they’re done!

    Grilled Burgers

    wHipped feta is truly a thing of beauty, and once you try it out, you’ll want to make it all the time.  Start by pulsing crumbled feta and soft cream cheese in a food processor.  Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper, then blitz until smooth and creamy.  The finished sauce is perfect for this burger, but can also be used as a dip or as a spread for toast.

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Toppings

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Recipe

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Turkey Burger Recipe

    by Brandon Matzek
    Whipped feta adapted from here.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Servings 4 burgers

    Ingredients
      

    For the wHipped feta:

    • 6 ounces feta, crumbled
    • 2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
    • 1/3 cup olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

    For the mayo:

    • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto

    For the burgers:

    • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey, preferably 100% or part dark meat
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
    • 2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • Canola oil, for grates or skillet

    Toasted brioche buns, for serving

      Toppings: arugula, sliced tomato, sliced red onion, sliced Persian cucumber

        Instructions
         

        • Start by making the sauces. Add feta and cream cheese to a food processor and pulse a few times to combine. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper, then process until smooth. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper. Store wHipped feta in the refrigerator until ready to use. Stir together mayo and pesto in a medium bowl until combined. Store mayo in the refrigerator until ready to use.
        • Place turkey in a large bowl along with the oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Using your hands, gently mix the turkey and seasoning until evenly distributed. Don't overwork the turkey here. Divide mixture into 4, and form into burger patties.
        • Preheat a charcoal grill, gas grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Grease grates or skillet with a little canola oil, then cook burgers until golden and charred in spots or the internal temperature reaches 160°F (about 5 minutes per side, 10 minutes total). Let burgers rest for 5 minutes before serving.
        • To serve, stack up as follows: bottom bun, sun-dried tomato mayo, sliced cucumber, burger patty, tomato, red onion, arugula, whipped feta, top bun. Enjoy immediately!
        Tried this recipe?Tag @brandiego on Instagram so I can check it out!

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        Categories: Dinner Tags: black pepper, cream cheese, feta, garlic, kosher salt, lemon, mayonnaise, olive oil, oregano, pesto, turkey

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        1. sippitysup says

          July 22, 2016 at 8:44 am

          Awesome. I love a tacked burger and this one is a tower of glory! GREG

          Reply
          • Brandon Matzek says

            July 22, 2016 at 8:48 am

            Haha thanks Greg!! By the way, I am trying out that gem lettuce salad this weekend. I’ve got the chiles ready to go!

            Reply
        2. Kevin | Keviniscooking says

          July 22, 2016 at 8:44 am

          5 stars
          Funny, I’ve seen 3 other posts today on turkey burgers either Greek or similar. Interesting. I make a similar one with ground lamb. This is a beauty and your whipped feta takes this one over the top. Cheers Brandon!

          Reply
          • Brandon Matzek says

            July 22, 2016 at 8:51 am

            Thanks Kevin!! Lamb would definitely be good as well. I just like the combination of turkey and fresh summer herbs. Last year it was basil! Enjoy your weekend 🙂

            Reply
        3. Karly says

          August 4, 2016 at 3:12 pm

          Turkey burgers have really started to become a favorite for me, but after seeing this juicy, flavorful creation I’m starting to think it might be a burger obsession! I am totally in love with this!

          Reply
          • Brandon Matzek says

            August 4, 2016 at 7:43 pm

            Thanks so much Karly!! We still love beef, but it’s fun to switch things up from time to time.

            Reply

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