Mediterranean Turkey Burger
- SERVING SIZE 1 burger
- PREP TIME 1 hr. 25 mins.
- TOTAL TIME 1 hr. 45 mins.
Deliver on better-for-you demands with this Mediterranean burger. Lean turkey replaces beef, creating a healthy and delicious meal with a balance of grilled notes from the cheese and vegetables. This trending ethnic dish is perfect for any adventurous customer.
Ingredients
MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BURGER
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Turkey Burger Marinade, as needed
1 ea.
Pita bread, 4–5 inches in diameter
2 tbsp.
Tzatziki Sauce
4 slices
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables
3 ea.
Roasted pepper, cut into strips
1 slice
Grilled Halloumi
½ cup
Parsley Salad
TURKEY BURGER MARINADE
Yield: 1 cup
½ cup
Montreal steak seasoning
8 ea.
Bay leaves
½ cup
Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce
1 cup
Canola oil
TZATZIKI SAUCE
Yield: 22 oz.
½ ea.
English cucumber, peeled, seeded, ¼-inch dice
16 oz.
Greek-style yogurt
4 cloves
Garlic, minced
1 ½ tbsp.
Fresh mint, finely chopped
1 ea.
Lemon, zested
3 tbsp.
Lemon juice
1 tbsp.
Extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp.
Red wine vinegar
2 tsp.
Kosher salt
GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES
6 slices
Eggplant, round cut, ½-inch thick
6 slices
Zucchini, bias cut, ⅜-inch thick
¾ cup
Balsamic vinaigrette
GRILLED HALLOUMI
1 ½ tbsp.
Olive oil
1 slice
Halloumi, ⅓-inch thick
PARSLEY SALAD
½ bunch
Parsley leaves with tender stems
4 oz.
Red onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp.
Red wine vinaigrette
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
TO PREPARE THE MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BURGER:
1. Brush both sides of the turkey burger patty with the Turkey Burger Marinade and grill it until fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 165°F.
2. While the turkey burger is cooking, warm or grill the pita bread.
3. Spread the Tzatziki Sauce on the pita.
4. Arrange the Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables and roasted peppers over the tzatziki.
5. Set the grilled turkey burger atop the grilled vegetables.
6. Arrange the Grilled Halloumi onto the grilled turkey burger.
7. Top the halloumi with the Parsley Salad.
8. Serve with a side of olives.
TO PREPARE THE TURKEY BURGER MARINADE:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a stainless steel bowl and blend well.
2. Place the marinade into a covered container. Label, date and refrigerate.
TO PREPARE THE TZATZIKI SAUCE:
1. Place the diced cucumber into a towel and squeeze it dry. Discard the water.
2. Combine all the ingredients and blend well.
3. Place the sauce into a container with a lid and refrigerate it.
TO PREPARE THE GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES:
1. Set the eggplant and zucchini slices into the vinaigrette to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Grill the vegetables over medium-high heat until golden brown on each side.
3. Place the vegetables into a storage container with a lid. Label, date and refrigerate.
TO PREPARE THE GRILLED HALLOUMI:
1. Preheat a grill or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
2. Heat the olive oil in the preheated pan.
3. Grill the halloumi for approximately 2 minutes per side. The cheese will be lightly brown and warm on the inside.
TO PREPARE THE PARSLEY SALAD:
1. Combine all the ingredients and toss them, coating the parsley and onions with the dressing.
