Greek Turkey Burger with Tzatziki Sauce

I used to hate turkey burgers because I thought they were so bland and boring. So I tried spicing things up and adding in lots of delicious Mediterranean flavors to these patties and they were honestly so delicious. Serve these with a big spoonful of tzatziki sauce alongside some roasted sweet potato “fries” and a side salad and you have your perfect, easy summer meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey

• ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese 

• ⅓  cup finely chopped red onion 

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp pepper

For the tzatziki sauce:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (I prefer 2%)

• 1 medium cucumber, grated

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp fresh dill, minced

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ¼ tsp salt

• Pinch of black pepper

Directions:

• Add all turkey burger ingredients to a mixing bowl and combine with your hands

• Shape into four patties

• Cook on a grill or stovetop over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side (or until internal temperature is 165°F)

• To make the tzatziki sauce, place the grated cucumber on a paper towel and squeeze out the excess water. Mix it with the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Easy Turkey Chili

Not my best photo! Also, this should have simmered for 5 minutes longer to thicken but I was in a rush :) Still super tasty though!

This is the simplest recipe for turkey chili! I’ll make a big pot and then have it for lunches throughout the week. It’s hearty, filling, delicious - and it comes together so quickly! Pictured is a cornbread recipe I was testing out too. That still needs some work :)

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons olive oil

• 1 ½ yellow onion, diced

• 2 pounds ground turkey 

• 2 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp ground cumin

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 2 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

• ¾ cup chicken broth

• 3 (15 oz) cans beans, rinsed and drained

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

• Add the turkey and another good pinch of salt. Cook, breaking up the meat, for about 5 minutes.

• Add the remaining ingredients to the pot and bring to a simmer.

• Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until chili has thickened.

• Taste and adjust seasonings if needed!

• Optional: top with cheese, avocado, jalapeños, sour cream, greek yogurt, or anything else you like!