Mediterranean Turkey Burger
This Mediterranean Turkey Burger provides 50g protein and 641 calories per serving — one of the highest single-item protein counts in our library. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, delivering substantial protein in a portable format. Built for serious lifters pushing muscle gain without spending time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- •Greek Yogurt, Plain, Whole Milk(240g)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Cucumber
- •Dill, Fresh(15g)
- •Za'atar seasoning blend(10g)
- •Garlic
- •½ Teaspoon Sea Salt, Plus More To Taste
- •¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(907g)
- •Oregano, Dried(10g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Parsley, Fresh(60g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •2 teaspoons sea salt
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Bread, French Or Hoagie Roll
- •Tzatziki Sauce, Prepared(360g)
- •Tomato
- •Lettuce, Romaine
- •Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(113g)
Instructions
- 1Make the Tzatziki Sauce. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, dill, Za’atar, (if using), garlic, salt and pepper. If you have time, cover the sauce and place it in the fridge for 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.
- 2Make the turkey patties. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, oregano, garlic, onion, parsley, cumin, pepper, and salt. Mix well, until fully combined. Divide the mixture into 6 evenly sized burger patties, slightly larger than the hamburger buns.
- 3Heat the oil in a large cast iron skillet set over medium heat. Season the outside of the patties with a sprinkle of salt. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until they have reached an internal temperature of 165 °F on a food thermometer.
- 4Assemble the burgers. Layer the toasted buns with the tzatziki sauce, the patty, tomatoes, lettuce, more tzatziki sauce, and feta.
Nutrition — Per Serving
641
calories
50g
protein
26g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Saturated fat
- 10.0g
- Sodium
- 2244 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.8g
6 servings per batch · ~332g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Mediterranean Turkey Burger have per serving?
Each serving provides 50g of protein and 641 calories with a balanced macro split of 26g fat and 55g carbs. This high-protein option supports daily protein targets during muscle-building phases.
How long does Mediterranean Turkey Burger take to prep?
Marked as quick prep with 6 servings per batch, this stovetop recipe is efficient for meal prepping an entire week's worth of protein-rich lunches. You're making multiple meals in one cooking session.
Is Mediterranean Turkey Burger good for muscle gain?
At 50g protein per serving, this recipe directly supports muscle gain goals when you're targeting 180-200g+ daily protein intake. The 641-calorie baseline accommodates training and recovery demands during a bulk.
