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Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

Mediterranean Turkey Burgers deliver 31g protein and 233 calories per serving — a lean protein source that fits tight macro windows. Quick-preps 5 servings on the stovetop, making it repeatable throughout your prep cycle. Ideal for cutting phases when you need protein without calorie density.

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Ingredients

5 servings
  • Greek Yogurt (2%)(120g)

    Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.

  • Lemon Juice, Fresh(8g)
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder ($0.02)
  • 1/8 tsp dried dill ($0.02)
  • 1/8 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(539g)
  • Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(60g)
  • Yellow Onion(60g)
  • Spinach(57g)
  • Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(60g)
  • Oregano, Dried(5g)
  • Garlic powder(1g)
  • 1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • Vegetable oil(15g)
  • Bread, Hamburger Bun, White
  • Cucumber

Instructions

  1. 1Make the lemon dill yogurt sauce first. Stir together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. 2Prepare the add-ins for the turkey burgers. Finely chop the sun dried tomatoes, mince or finely dice the red onion, crumble the feta, and then thaw and squeeze all the moisture out of the frozen spinach (2 oz. will be about 1 cup when frozen, ¼ cup when thawed and squeezed dry).
  3. 3Add the ground turkey, sun dried tomatoes, red onion, feta, spinach, dried oregano, garlic powder, and salt to a bowl. Mix the ingredients together until evenly combined.
  4. 4Divide and shape the turkey mixture into five burger patties. Make them flatter and wider than usual because they will shrink up and in as they cook.
  5. 5Heat ½ Tbsp cooking oil in a skillet over medium. Once hot, add three of the turkey burgers and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining cooking oil and the rest of the burger patties.
  6. 6To serve, smear some of the lemon dill yogurt sauce on a bun. Add a turkey burger, some sliced cucumber, and sliced red onion, then enjoy.

Nutrition — Per Serving

233

calories

31g

protein

10g

fat

Carbohydrates
7g
Saturated fat
3.1g
Sodium
242 mg
Dietary fiber
1.6g

5 servings per batch · ~185g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Mediterranean Turkey Burgers have per serving?

Each serving delivers 31g of protein for only 233 calories, creating an exceptionally lean macro profile. Fat content is 10g with just 7g carbs, making this a protein-focused option.

How long does Mediterranean Turkey Burgers take to prep?

Quick prep time on the stovetop with 5 servings per batch means you can prepare multiple meals in one session. This is one of the fastest routes to high-protein, low-calorie meals for the week.

Is Mediterranean Turkey Burgers good for fat loss?

At 233 calories and 31g protein per serving, this recipe is ideal for fat loss phases where minimizing calorie intake while maintaining muscle is the priority. The minimal carb content (7g) keeps this option flexible for any macro split during a cut.

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