A healthy take on burger night, these spinach and feta turkey burgers are made with lean meat and loaded with flavor!
Last week I mentioned that we had spinach and feta turkey burgers for dinner and a couple of you wanted to know where I got them or how to make them. Well, your wish is my command because I’m sharing the recipe today.
After being Pescatarian for numerous years, cooking meat still feels very new to me so I have been doing a little experimenting lately (mainly with chicken and turkey). My first success was the grilled Thai curry chicken recipe that I posted a while back. The Thai curry spice blend simple seasoning but it’s so flavorful and tastes delicious. If you haven’t checked it out, definitely do so. It’s a household favorite.
And then last week these turkey burgers were a hit so I feel like I’m slowly but surely learning the ins and outs of cooking meat.
And wow, these turkey burgers are fast and ridiculously easy. All you have to do is mix up the ingredients, form the patties and toss them on the grill (or on the stovetop).
Not sure if it’s grilling weather where you are yet, but we’re grilling fanatics so if it’s over 50°F out, we’re firing up the grill!
All you need is a handful of ingredients and you’ve got yourself a lean and tasty turkey burgers stuffed with spinach and feta. They have a hint of Mediterranean flavor which you can totally play up with the toppings — maybe a few olives and a spread of hummus? Sounds delightful to me.
For this batch, we went the traditional route — lettuce, onion, ketchup and mustard. I would have added tomato slices as well, but we were out.
Isaac had his burger on a big potato bun (seen in the photos) and I served mine over romaine lettuce — fork and knife style. If you’re gluten-free and want a bun, just be sure to find a gluten-free option and you’ll be good to go.
If you make these spinach feta turkey burgers, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below letting me know how they turned out. Your feedback is super helpful for the EBF team and other EBF readers!
These spinach and feta turkey burgers are quick and easy to prepare and taste delicious grilled and served on a bun with your favorite burger toppings.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grill grate.
While the grill is preheating, mix together turkey, spinach, feta, egg whites, parsley, garlic, sea salt and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Using your hands, form mixture into 4-5 patties. Cook on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, about 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
Simple, easy and delicious. I threw these together and cooked in a grill pan. I put them inside pita pockets with tzatziki red onion and bell pepper. Such a delicious meal. Thank you!
Hey Carol! I haven’t tried freezing them before, but I would imagine they’ll hold up just fine if stored in an airtight bag or container in the freezer.
Fantastic combination of flavors, texture and moisture!. We used chicken bread instead of turkey (that’s what we had at hand), and it was truly a very satisfying and flavorful meal. Looking forward to making it again sometime soon! 🙂
Ahh yay! That makes me so happy to hear, Alissa! Thanks for trying this recipe and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I appreciate it. 🙂
Ahh yay!! So glad these burgers turned out for you, Ashley. Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it!
I made these using beyond burgers instead of turkey and they were great! Cooked on the stove instead of the grill and they were a bit sticky using olive oil but nothing a metal spatula can’t handle. I will definitely be making these again!
Oh good to know they worked with the beyond burgers! Thanks for sharing, Abby! I’m glad you enjoyed these burgers. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment + star rating. I appreciate it. <3
That should work. I would just let it thaw and try and squeeze out as much of the liquid as possible otherwise, the burgers might be too soggy. Let me know how it turns out if you try it!
hi! do you think it would be possible to make these without the egg whites? could i use bread crumbs? i don’t have eggs on hand right now. thanks so much!
Hey Teresa – I use the egg to hold the burger patties together, but you could try using a flaxseed egg (1 Tablespoon of ground flax + 3 Tablespoons of water). You could also try making them without the egg. They might still hold together. Let me know if you try it.
Yay!! I’m so glad you enjoyed these turkey burgers, Amanda! Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment and star rating. I so appreciate it. <3
I use the egg to hold the burger patties together, but you could try using a flaxseed egg (1 Tablespoon of ground flax + 3 Tablespoons of water). You could also try making them without the egg. They might still hold together. Let me know if you try it.
Hey Lisa. I haven’t tried baking them, but I would think around 350°F or 375°F for about 30 minutes, flipping once around the 15 minute mark should work! Just be sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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I have tried a few turkey burgers. These are absolutely tasty and healthy. #keepers
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Woo!! So glad you loved these burgers, Jessica. Thanks for the review, I so appreciate it!
Simple, easy and delicious. I threw these together and cooked in a grill pan. I put them inside pita pockets with tzatziki red onion and bell pepper. Such a delicious meal. Thank you!
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So glad these burgers were a hit! Thanks for the review, Cortnee. I so appreciate it!
Favorite turkey burger recipe I have found! Love the added health benefits of the spinach.
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Yay!! So glad you love these turkey burgers, Alex. They’re my fave too. 🙂
Love this burger! Even was a hit for my in laws who are strictly beef burger types.
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So glad this recipe was a hit! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating, Sarah. I appreciate it. 🙂
Great recipe! My family and I loved it. Can you make these burgers and freeze them/ If so, how should I pack them for the freezer?
Thanks!
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Hey Carol! I haven’t tried freezing them before, but I would imagine they’ll hold up just fine if stored in an airtight bag or container in the freezer.
Fantastic combination of flavors, texture and moisture!. We used chicken bread instead of turkey (that’s what we had at hand), and it was truly a very satisfying and flavorful meal. Looking forward to making it again sometime soon! 🙂
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So glad you loved these burgers, Gabrielle! Thanks for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it. 🙂
These are my new favourite burgers to make! So simple and quick yet taste amazing!!
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Ahh yay!! So glad you’re loving these burgers, Zoe. Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I appreciate it. <3
These are delicious!! This was the first dinner recipe of yours I’ve tried and so glad I did. Great on salad the next day!
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Ahh yay! That makes me so happy to hear, Alissa! Thanks for trying this recipe and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I appreciate it. 🙂
Picky husband LOVED these! Super hot evening, so I used the George Forman grill and they were AMAZING! Recipe printed and in the binder! Thank you!
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Oh yay!! So glad these burgers were a hit, Regina! Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it. 🙂
Delicious and so easy!!!! And I’m an awful cook and still managed to impress my husband 🙂 thank you
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Ahh yay!! So glad these burgers turned out for you, Ashley. Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it!
I made these using beyond burgers instead of turkey and they were great! Cooked on the stove instead of the grill and they were a bit sticky using olive oil but nothing a metal spatula can’t handle. I will definitely be making these again!
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Oh good to know they worked with the beyond burgers! Thanks for sharing, Abby! I’m glad you enjoyed these burgers. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment + star rating. I appreciate it. <3
Loved the turkey burgers!! Excited to have leftovers for lunch today 🙂 We made the sweet potato fries as well- so delicious & so easy! Thank you!!
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Ahh yay!! So glad these burgers were a hit! Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating, Kimberly. I appreciate it. 🙂
Can you substitute frozen spinach in the turkey spinach and feta burgers? TYIA
That should work. I would just let it thaw and try and squeeze out as much of the liquid as possible otherwise, the burgers might be too soggy. Let me know how it turns out if you try it!
Want to try these this week but I’m out of spinach! Do you think kale would work instead? Thank you!
Hey Rachel – Yes, I think kale would work just fine! 🙂
hi! do you think it would be possible to make these without the egg whites? could i use bread crumbs? i don’t have eggs on hand right now. thanks so much!
Hey Teresa – I use the egg to hold the burger patties together, but you could try using a flaxseed egg (1 Tablespoon of ground flax + 3 Tablespoons of water). You could also try making them without the egg. They might still hold together. Let me know if you try it.
These are delicious! Will definitely be my new go-to for weekly turkey burgers!
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Yay!! I’m so glad you enjoyed these turkey burgers, Amanda! Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment and star rating. I so appreciate it. <3
This sounds delicious! Do you need egg for this recipe or can you substitute for something else. My son is allergic to eggs.
I use the egg to hold the burger patties together, but you could try using a flaxseed egg (1 Tablespoon of ground flax + 3 Tablespoons of water). You could also try making them without the egg. They might still hold together. Let me know if you try it.
About to make these burgers! Any reason for just the egg whites and not the whole egg? Thanks!
You can totally use the whole egg!
To bake them, what should be temp and time?
Thanks
Lisa
Hey Lisa. I haven’t tried baking them, but I would think around 350°F or 375°F for about 30 minutes, flipping once around the 15 minute mark should work! Just be sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
I don’t have a grill – could I just bake these?
I think you could bake them, but I bet pan sautéing them would be even better!
I LOVE turkey burgers! They’re so flavorful. Spinach is a great addition here.
Love this recipe I tried last week it game out so good.
Awesome. So glad you liked the burgers, Athena.
Yum.this is look healthy and tasty.We eat turkey burgers all the time.
Could you do a healthy easter meal guide? That would be awesome! P.S. I’m vegetarian so some vegetarian options would be cool. Thanks>
You definitely need to add flavor to turkey burgers! These look great – nice and easy. 🙂