Greek Turkey Burgers (Juicy, Flavorful & Easy Dinner)
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These Greek turkey burgers are an easy way to switch up burger night. They’re packed with feta, garlic, and herbs for fresh Mediterranean flavors. They come together quickly, making them a lighter dinner that still feels filling. This is one burger you’ll want to make again and again.
Updated April 2026
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Every time I serve these turkey burgers, they disappear fast. Unlike most turkey burgers, which can dry out easily, the feta and spinach add flavor to help keep them moist.
Recipe Highlights
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 25Minutes
Serves: 5 4-ounce burgers or 4 slightly larger burgers – about 6 ounces.
- Quick Weeknight Dinner – Ready in about 30 minutes with simple ingredients.
- Flexible to Serve – Great on buns, in pitas, or over greens for a burger bowl.
Ingredient Notes
- Turkey – I like to use lean ground turkey breast (99% lean) to make these burgers, but you can use lean ground turkey meat (a mix of white and dark meat) instead. You can also swap in any type of ground meat.
- Fresh Oregano adds delicious flavor to this recipe and can be found in just about any grocery store. If fresh oregano isn’t available, substitute 2 teaspoons of dried oregano.
- Fresh Spinach is best in this recipe. I prefer baby spinach, but larger spinach works too. If you use larger leaves, trim off any tough stems first. Frozen spinach also works Just thaw it first and squeeze out as much liquid as you can.
- Feta cheese – You can use precrumbled feta or a block and crumble it yourself. Feta can also be swapped for goat cheese, cotija, or queso fresco.
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How to Make Greek Turkey Burgers
- Prepare: Use a sharp knife to roughly chop the spinach and oregano. Crumble the cheese into small pieces about 1/4 inch in size. Preheat a grill over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the ground turkey, feta cheese, spinach, and oregano into a large mixing bowl. Use a spoon or your hands to combine all the ingredients.
- Form the Burgers – Use your hands to shape the mixture into 4 or 5 burgers that are similar in size.
Tip – If the meat mixture is too soft to form, place the meat into the refrigerator for 30 minutes. - Cook the Burgers – Place the prepared turkey burgers on the hot grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Make it Your Own
This is one of those recipes you don’t have to follow exactly. Use what you have, skip what you don’t, and adjust the flavors to fit what you’re in the mood for.
- Mix-ins: Add ¼ cup chopped Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, shredded zucchini, lemon zest or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
- Cheese: Use feta for the classic flavor, or swap in goat cheese. If you don’t have either, shredded mozzarella, Swiss, cotija, queso fresco, or Havarti will all add a different flavor.
- Herbs: Fresh oregano adds the most flavor. You can also change the flavor with parsley, mint, thyme or basil, depending on what you have.
How to Store and Freeze Leftover Turkey Burgers
Store leftover cooked Greek turkey burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
To freeze raw turkey burgers, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm. Then transfer them to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat the burgers in a skillet on the stove or in the microwave. You can warm them straight from frozen or after thawing.
What to Serve with Turkey Burgers
Serve spinach and feta turkey burgers on your favorite hamburger buns topped with sliced red onion, cucumber slices, sliced tomatoes, and a little extra feta cheese. Add a dab of mustard, Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce.
Spinach feta turkey burgers taste great with a variety of side dishes such as:
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Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 ounces baby spinach
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil – for cooking on top of the stove
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium to high heat.
- Clean and roughly chop the spinach and oregano and place them into a mixing bowl.
- Add the ground turkey and feta cheese crumbles to the bowl with the spinach and oregano. Mix everything together with a wooden spoon or your hands.
- Form the burgers into 4 or 5 burgers (depending on how large you like your burgers).
- Place the burgers on the heated grill and cook them for 6 to 8 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
Greek Turkey Burger Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can cook these turkey burgers on the stove. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, add a little olive oil, and cook the burgers for 5 to 6 minutes per side. They’re done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
If the mixture feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before shaping the burgers. Also, handle them gently when you form and flip them. A hot grill or skillet helps them set up faster, so they hold together better.
Yes, these burgers are gluten-free as written. Just check your feta and any toppings or buns you use, since those can add gluten. Serve them on lettuce wraps or gluten-free buns if needed.
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Oh I am totally digging it served over a salad
Love the truly flavorful FOUR ingredients! I love turkey burgers but I love the feta addition and all that scrumptious flavor! I can think of so many delicious ways to enjoy this! Thanks for a great recipe!
These sound delicious. I bet the feta adds so much flavor.
Excellent recipe! I’ve been buying a similar turkey burger pre-made that my family really loves. I have been looking for a way to make them myself.
thank you Marsha! They are so easy to make
Only 4 ingredients but so much flavor! Can’t wait for grilling season!
Now this is a burger I want to eat. I don’t care if it only has 4 ingredients…I just want to gobble it up!
One of these on an English muffin sounds like the perfect lunch
I love the English Muffin idea Liz!
I can’t believe how simple yet flavorful this burger is! The feta really pulls it together.
Such a special way to dress up otherwise not so flavorful turkey! This has great flavor – winner all around the table!
Oh, this sounds yummy!
I just loved the ease, and yet it was so flavorful!! That feta addition really rocked!
Yum! I love that you use fresh oregano. Can’t wait to make these loaded beauties! 😉
Isn’t it amazing how adding a few ingredients can change everything? Looks like great burgers!
Great recipe! Loved the flavor combo of the feta in there!
FOUR ingredients? Makes these so easy to make! They sound delish!!!
This is an amazing burger!
Any tips for using frozen ground turkey in this recipe? It always seems to have so much moisture when I thaw it out. (I use the 1 lb chubs–they are so much cheaper at my local big bix store)
Hi Tina, If your frozen ground turkey is moist, try patting it dry with a paper towel or add 1 teaspoon or two of bread crumbs to help absorb the moisture.