I’ve got Mediterranean turkey burgers on the menu today and they’re surprisingly delicious.
It turns out I don’t hate turkey burgers — at least not when they’re dressed up like this.
Early in our marriage, Eddie ate turkey burgers so often that I formed a strong (and not entirely flattering) opinion of them. His routine was the classic dry, plain turkey patty that people complain about — and he made them constantly. After a while I was tired just looking at them.
Over time I discovered versions I liked: gorgonzola-topped turkey burgers and turkey quinoa meatballs that actually taste great. I use ground turkey for tacos and even for Bolognese. But it wasn’t until this Mediterranean-style burger that I genuinely wanted to eat a turkey burger by choice.
What sells these is a big scoop of creamy artichoke–feta spread. The flavor is bold and tangy, and it transforms the whole sandwich.
The burgers combine fresh spinach, roasted red peppers and garlic for bright Mediterranean flavor. Topped with the creamy artichoke–feta spread and quick-pickled red onions, each bite has a great balance of tang, creaminess and texture.
And yes — the burger itself is not dry. It’s tender and moist, with a juicy texture that finally makes turkey meat feel satisfying as a burger.
These are equally good as sliders or even formed into meatballs and dipped in the feta spread with pickled onions on the side. They also work beautifully over a Greek-style salad with plenty of pita and a spritz of lemon.
Mediterranean Turkey Burgers with Artichoke Feta Spread
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Ingredients
Quick Pickled Onions
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
Burgers
- 1 pound ground turkey (95% lean recommended)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2/3 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/3 cup chopped roasted red pepper
- 1/4 cup finely ground breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for cooking)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- toasted buns and spring greens for serving
Feta Spread
- 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
Quick Pickled Onions
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Place the sliced red onion in a jar or cup. In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar and salt until dissolved. Pour the mixture over the onions and let sit at room temperature for an hour. Store refrigerated in a sealed jar if making ahead.
Burgers
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In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, chopped spinach, roasted red pepper, breadcrumbs, crumbled feta, 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper. Gently mix until evenly combined. Form into 4–6 burger patties or 6–8 sliders, depending on bun size.
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Heat a skillet over medium (or preheat a grill) and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the patties until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Top the finished burgers with a spoonful of the feta–artichoke spread and some pickled onions. Serve on toasted buns with spring greens.
Feta Spread
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Place the feta and drained artichoke hearts in a food processor and pulse until smooth. Add the garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper, and blend until creamy. Make ahead for best flavor and store in the fridge for a few days.
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