Greek Turkey Pita Burgers with Tzatziki and Tomato-Cucumber Salad

Steps

1. Step 1

   Make the tzatziki: squeeze the grated cucumber firmly in your hands (or in a clean kitchen towel) over the sink to get rid of as much water as you can. Stir it into the yogurt with the garlic, lemon juice, dill and salt. Refrigerate until serving.

   8 min

   • 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
   • 1/2 English cucumber
   • 1 clove garlic
   • 1 tbsp lemon juice
   • 1 tbsp fresh dill
   • 1/4 tsp salt
2. Step 2

   Make the salad: toss the tomatoes, cucumber and red onion with the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside at room temperature so the juices mingle.

   8 min

   • 2 ripe tomatoes
   • 1/2 English cucumber
   • 1/4 small red onion
   • 1 tbsp lemon juice
   • 2 tbsp olive oil
   • salt and black pepper
3. Step 3

   Make the patties: in a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, feta, garlic, oregano, red onion, breadcrumbs, egg, salt and pepper with your hands just until combined — don't overwork it. Shape into 4 oval patties about 3/4 inch thick.

   10 min

   • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
   • 1/2 cup feta cheese
   • 2 cloves garlic
   • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
   • 1/4 cup red onion
   • 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
   • 1 egg
   • 3/4 tsp salt
   • 1/4 tsp black pepper
4. Step 4

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties 5–6 minutes per side, until deeply browned and cooked through (165°F in the center). Transfer to a plate.

   12 min

   • 2 tbsp olive oil
5. Step 5

   Warm the pitas: wipe out the skillet and heat each pita over medium for about 30 seconds per side, until soft and warm.

   3 min

   • 4 pita breads (pocketless or pocket)
6. Step 6

   Assemble: spread tzatziki over each warm pita, add a patty, and top with a generous spoonful of the tomato-cucumber salad. Fold or wrap and serve with the remaining salad and tzatziki alongside.

   3 min

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Version 1, saved Oct 4, 2026