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Gyro Burgers

Switch up your hamburger routine with these Gyro Burgers! They're packed with so much flavor and easy to make, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Servings 8 burgers
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

Burgers

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup minced red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 pita breads
  • 8 green leaf lettuce leaves
  • 2 vine- ripe tomatoes sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions for topping

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 small Persian cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 2 garlic cloves grated
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, parsley, mint, and oregano until evenly mixed. Divide into 8 even portions and shape into oblong patties, placing them on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Heat an outdoor grill or stove-top grill pan to medium-high. Once hot, grill the patties for about 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them over halfway through cooking. The patties should have an internal temperature of 165 degrees (check with an instant read thermometer). Remove from the grill onto a plate or platter and let rest for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, to make the tzatziki sauce, stir the yogurt, cucumbers, lime juice, garlic, parsley, dill, salt and pepper until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly, adding more salt and pepper as needed. This can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to use.
  • To assemble the burgers, warm the pita bread in a hot oven or on a dry skillet. Cut in half and carefully split open. Fill each half with lettuce, tomato, grilled turkey patty, sliced red onion, feta, and sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Author: The Candid Appetite