Greek Chicken Burgers w/ Tzatziki Sauce


Sep 19, 2024

 by Raquel Johnson
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Greek Chicken Burgers w/ Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 Leaner protein - 3 Green - 1 Healthy fat - 3 Condiment (per serving)
  • 4 servings


Ingredients:

  • 1 small cucumber
  • ½ tbsp chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • ½ tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 oz. reduced-fat feta
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • 10 chopped and pitted kalamata olives
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 1 lb, 95-97% lean ground chicken
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 sliced tomatoes
  • 1 small head iceberg lettuce, cut into bun-sized pieces


Directions:

1. Chop half of the cucumber into small pieces, and place in a small bowl. Slice remaining cucumber into thin slices for sandwiches, and set aside. Add the mint, dill, lemon juice, garlic, and Greek yogurt to a small bowl, and refrigerate until ready to use.

2. In a large bowl, combine the feta, egg, spinach, olives, cornstarch, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into equally-sized burger patties.

3. Moisten a paper towel with oil, and, using cooking tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Add burgers, and grill covered, over medium heat, until meat thermometer reads 165°F (about 5-7 minutes on each side).

4. Serve on iceberg lettuce “buns” with tomato slices, remaining cucumber, and sauce.