Best 15 Mediterranean Turkey Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SKILLET

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey, zucchini, onion, peppers, garlic and oregano; cook 10-12 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through, stirring occasionally.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY MEATBALL SANDWICHES (PITA OR WRAP)

Steps:

• Combine turkey meatball ingredients; mix well. Shape into 18 (1 1/4") balls.
• Using skillet coated with non-stick cooking spray, cook meatballs 8 to 10 minutes or until browned and no longer pink in center; stir occasionally.
• Combine sauce ingredients.
• Place 3 meatballs in each pita half. Add lettuce and tomato. Top with sauce.
• Alternatively, place filling in a flour tortilla, and fold burrito style for a wrap!
• Serves 6.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY PANINI

Steps:

• Spread each ciabatta bottom with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce. Top with half the cheese, artichokes, tomato, turkey and remaining cheese. Spread each ciabatta top with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce; place over turkey., Cook on a panini maker or indoor grill until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. Place remaining marinara sauce in a small microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high until heated through. Serve with sandwiches.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BURGERS

Steps:

• Combine the yogurt, feta, cucumber, mint, half of the garlic, 1 tablespoon water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Combine the turkey, the remaining garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Form into four 1/2-inch-thick patties. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then add the patties and cook until browned and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
• Spread the yogurt sauce on the buns. Sandwich with the burgers; top with lettuce and tomato. Serve with potato chips.

MEDITERRANEAN SPINACH TURKEY WRAP

Steps:

• Chop up olives.
• Combine cream cheese, feta cheese, olives and oregano in bowl and mix.
• Evenly spread the mixture over entire tortilla.
• Place turkey over the cream cheese mixture on half of each tortilla.
• Place spinach leaves on top of turkey.
• To assemble just start with the side that is topped with the turkey and roll up tightly.
• Wrap each sandwich with saran wrap.
• Refrigerate wraps at least 1 hour.
• Before serving, unwrap, and trim of ends of each roll.
• Cut wraps into 3 sections.
• Cut each section on a slight diagonal into half.
• Wraps can be made a day ahead.
• Enjoy.

CHUNKY TURKEY SOUP, MEDITERRANEAN STYLE

Steps:

• In a large stockpot, heat the oil over moderate heat.
• Add the onion, green pepper, and garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
• Stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, water, carrots, rice, and basil. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Add the green beans, black olives, turkey and salt and pepper. Cook uncovered for about 5 minutes or so until soup is heated through.
• Serve with garlic sticks or crusty bread.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY MEATLOAF

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a medium bowl, gently mix all ingredients.
• Shape mixture into a loaf pan.
• Bake 45-55 minutes (until 170 degrees internally).
• Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SOUP

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, basil, fennel seeds, and crushed red pepper. Saute for about 10 minutes or until tender.
• Add the broth and tomatoes. Cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Add the beans and turkey and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
• Garnish each soup bowl with 1 tablespoon of cheese, adding salt and pepper to taste.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY WRAPS

Steps:

• Place the first five ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Spread over tortillas. Layer with lettuce, turkey, tomatoes and cheese. Roll up and secure with toothpicks.

CHUNKY TURKEY SOUP, MEDITERRANEAN STYLE

Steps:

• 1. In a large stockpot, heat the oil over moderate heat.
• 2. Add the onion, green pepper, and garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
• 3. Stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, water, carrots, rice, and basil. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
• 4. Add the green beans, black olives, turkey and salt and pepper. Cook uncovered for about 5 minutes or so.
• 5. Serve with garlic sticks or crusty bread.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BAGELWICHES

Steps:

• Spread about 1 tablespoon hummus over each of 4 bagel halves.
• Layer turkey, cucumber, onion and spinach on bagel halves with hummus. Top with remaining bagel halves.

MEDITERRANEAN ROAST TURKEY

Steps:

• Combine first 9 ingredients in an electric slow cooker. Add 1/4 cup chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours. Combine remaining 1/4 cup broth and flour in a small bowl; stir with a whisk until smooth. Add broth mixture to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes. Cut turkey into slices.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BURGERS

Steps:

• 1. Mix all ingredients (except feta cheese) together in a bowl.
• 2. Form into 4 patties.
• 3. Grill, or cook in a frying pan on the stove, about 10-20 minutes.
• 4. Top with sliced tomatoes, feta cheese, and Tzatziki sauce (I have posted this recipe as well!).
• 5. You can do these with or without a bun.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic and oregano until well blended; set aside.
• Combine remaining ingredients in large salad bowl. Gently toss with dressing. Refrigerate or serve at room temperature.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY BAGELWICHES

Steps:

• Spread about 1 tablespoon hummus over each of 4 bagel halves.
• Layer turkey, cucumber, onion and spinach on bagel halves with hummus. Top with remaining bagel halves.