Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Health score
12%
Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
30 min.
4
218kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these delightful Greek Chicken Burgers topped with a refreshing Tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe brings together the lean goodness of ground chicken, fresh spinach, and the briny richness of kalamata olives, all harmoniously blended to create juicy, flavorful patties. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also nourishes your body.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the homemade Tzatziki sauce, a creamy concoction of Greek yogurt, cucumber, and fresh herbs that adds a cool, zesty kick to each bite. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, these burgers are sure to impress. Serve them in warm whole-grain pita pockets, topped with fresh tomatoes and crisp cucumber slices, for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

With only 218 calories per serving, these Greek Chicken Burgers are a guilt-free option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. The perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates makes them an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal without the fuss. So fire up your broiler and get ready to savor the taste of Greece right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • medium cucumber peeled unpeeled
  • 0.5 cup greek yogurt plain (from 6-oz container)
  • tablespoons onion chopped
  • teaspoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • lb ground chicken lean
  • cup pkt spinach fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 6-inch day old pita bread cut in half to form pockets ()
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Set oven control to broil. Chop enough cucumber to equal 1/2 cup; place in small bowl (slice 8 slices from remaining cucumber for sandwiches; set aside). Stir in remaining sauce ingredients; refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. In large bowl, mix chicken, spinach, olives, cornstarch, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Shape into 4 oval patties, each about 1/2 inch thick. On broiler pan, place patties. Broil with tops about 5 inches from heat 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, until thermometer inserted in center of burgers reads at least 165°F.
  3. Place burgers in pita pocket halves. To serve, top each burger with tomato, cucumber slices and about 3 tablespoons sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein42.54%
Fat44.07%
Carbs13.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.75
Glycemic Load
0.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.842173887336%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.58kcal
10.88%
Fat:10.8g
16.61%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.81%
Carbohydrates:7.38g
2.46%
Net Carbohydrates:5.63g
2.05%
Sugar:2.37g
2.63%
Cholesterol:98.77mg
32.92%
Sodium:364.96mg
15.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.45g
46.89%
Vitamin K:50.37µg
47.97%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.69%
Vitamin B3:6.67mg
33.34%
Phosphorus:261.87mg
26.19%
Potassium:817.01mg
23.34%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.63%
Selenium:14.82µg
21.17%
Vitamin A:953.07IU
19.06%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
14.98%
Zinc:2.03mg
13.54%
Vitamin B12:0.81µg
13.5%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.31%
Magnesium:46.41mg
11.6%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.24%
Iron:1.89mg
10.5%
Vitamin C:7.15mg
8.67%
Copper:0.16mg
8.16%
Calcium:79.97mg
8%
Folate:31.73µg
7.93%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.55%
Fiber:1.75g
7%