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Juicy Turkey Burgers with Feta and Spinach

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These juicy turkey burgers combine lean ground turkey with creamy feta cheese and fresh spinach for a flavorful, easy-to-make meal perfect for weeknights or cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey, preferably 93% lean
  • 1 cup (about 30 g) fresh spinach, finely chopped (or thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)
  • ½ cup (75 g) crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (40 g) onion, finely diced
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (30 g) breadcrumbs (plain or panko; use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the fresh spinach, mince the garlic, and dice the onion. If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out excess moisture.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, minced garlic, diced onion, egg, breadcrumbs, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Wet your hands and form each portion into a round patty about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  5. Place patties in the pan, leaving space between them. Cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving to form a crust.
  6. Flip the patties carefully and cook another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If grilling, cook with lid closed for juicier results.
  7. Transfer burgers to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep burgers tender. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let burgers rest before serving to retain juices. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour. For extra moist burgers, swap egg with Greek yogurt or a flax egg. Slight indentation in patty center prevents bloating during cooking.

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