Chicken Zucchini Corn Burgers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Greek Yogurt Sauce
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Burgers
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1 lb ground chicken
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1 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped
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1 ear fresh corn, husks and silk removed, kernels cut from cob
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½ medium red bell pepper, finely diced
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3 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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½ cup panko bread crumbs
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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3-4 tablespoons olive oil, for searing
→ Tomato-Cucumber Relish
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1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
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⅓ medium seedless English cucumber, finely diced
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2 green onions, finely sliced
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¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Pinch of salt
# Instructions:
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Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and refrigerate to chill.
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a large bowl, combine all burger ingredients except the oil. Mix thoroughly with your hands and form the mixture into patties of your desired size.
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Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom. Once hot, sear the patties for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Transfer the seared patties to a baking sheet and bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Combine all relish ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and stir gently to mix evenly.
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Serve burgers with Homemade Flour Tortillas, pita bread, basmati rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta. Garnish with prepared Greek yogurt sauce and tomato-cucumber relish.
# Notes:
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The burgers pair well with hummus and various bread or starch-based sides for a complete meal.