Make delicious Feta and Spinach Turkey Burgers with simple ingredients in about 30 minutes.
You’ve probably heard “everything is better with feta” — and if you try these burgers, you’ll agree. They combine lean ground turkey, wilted spinach, and creamy feta for a flavorful, family-friendly meal. They’re perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make — These burgers cook in a skillet, on the stovetop, or on an outdoor grill with minimal fuss.
- Ready in 30 minutes — From start to finish these take about half an hour, including wilting the spinach.
- Simple ingredients — Ground turkey, fresh spinach, block feta, garlic powder, egg white, Worcestershire sauce, and buns are all you need.
- Great for meal prep — Make extra to store in the fridge and reheat quickly in an air fryer or microwave for fast lunches or dinners.
Dietitian Tip
Using the right tools speeds up cooking and reduces stress. For this recipe, kitchen shears work well to cut cooked spinach, a food masher combines the ingredients quickly, and a measuring cup helps form uniform patties.
Ingredient notes
- Ground turkey — Lean turkey is a healthy protein. For juicier burgers, choose a slightly higher fat content than 99% lean.
- Spinach — Fresh spinach sautés quickly and adds color plus iron, vitamin A, vitamin E, zinc, and fiber.
- Feta cheese — Buy a block of feta rather than pre-crumbled for better texture and easier mixing.
- Egg white — Helps bind the mixture while keeping added fat low.
- Worcestershire sauce — Adds savory depth.
- Garlic powder — Easy flavor boost; you can substitute minced fresh garlic if preferred.
How to Make Feta and Spinach Turkey Burgers
Overview of the main steps — see the recipe card below for complete measurements and details.
- Sauté spinach over medium heat with a minimal amount of neutral oil until wilted.
- Combine cooked spinach, crumbled block feta, ground turkey, egg white, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Mash together until evenly mixed.
- Use a 1/4-cup measuring cup to form uniformly sized patties and place them on a hot, lightly oiled skillet or griddle.
- Sprinkle garlic powder on each patty, cook about 4–5 minutes per side, and continue until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the burgers are browned.
Helpful Tips
- Form patties using a 1/4-cup measure so they cook evenly.
- Adjust cooking times according to patty size and stove heat.
- If doubling the recipe, using a whole egg instead of multiple egg whites reduces waste.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm patties reach 165°F.
- A block of feta blends into the meat better than pre-crumbled versions, which often contain anti-caking agents and different texture.
- Add chopped fresh herbs for extra flavor, if desired.
- Cook more burgers at once using a large griddle or two skillets to save time.
- Topping ideas: sautéed onions and mushrooms, sliced avocado, or guacamole. Toss vegetables on the pan while burgers cook for a grilled-veg effect.
- Cool leftovers to room temperature before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
What to Serve with Turkey Burgers
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Sweet potato fries
- A simple lettuce salad
- Baked beans
- Fresh fruit salad
- Homemade applesauce
Questions You May Have
Fat adds moisture, so less-lean turkey produces juicier burgers. That said, the spinach, feta, and Worcestershire sauce add moisture, so 99% lean turkey will still yield decent results. Mixing lean and less-lean turkey is another good option.
They pair well with chips and guacamole, sweet potato fries, or a fresh fruit salad.
Not all are. Some store-bought mixes include breadcrumbs. If you use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce and no gluten-containing additives, this recipe can be gluten-free.
Yes. Use a grill stone or another flat surface to prevent sticking and crumbling. Directly on grates they may fall apart.
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📖 Recipe
Feta and Spinach Turkey Burgers
Kristi
Pin Recipe
Equipment
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1 square griddle pan or larger skillet
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1 food masher
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1 pair kitchen shears (to cut spinach)
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1 small spatula
Ingredients
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 pound ground turkey lean
- 4 ounces feta cheese use block feta, not pre-crumbled
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce one splash
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Coat a skillet lightly with oil and sauté the spinach over medium heat until wilted.
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In a large bowl combine the cooked spinach, ground turkey, crumbled block feta, egg white, and Worcestershire sauce. Mash together until evenly mixed.
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Pack 1/4 cup portions of the mixture into a measuring cup to form each patty. Place patties on a hot, lightly oiled griddle or skillet.
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Sprinkle garlic powder over the tops and cook for about 4–5 minutes on the first side.
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Flip with a small spatula and cook an additional 3–4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe doubles easily; if doubled you can use one whole egg instead of multiple egg whites to reduce waste.
- Use block feta for best texture and to help it blend into the meat mixture.
- Leftovers reheat well and make convenient lunches.
- Cooking time depends on how many patties you cook at once and your pan’s heat distribution.
- Swap garlic powder for minced fresh garlic in the mixture if you prefer.
- For extra flavor, sauté sliced onions and mushrooms alongside the burgers and top with sliced avocado.