Mediterranean Chicken Burgers with Yogurt Sauce and Fresh Relish

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A tasty take on the traditional burger are these Mediterranean Chicken Burgers with Yogurt Sauce and Fresh Relish. The chicken patties have a delicious depth with the addition of Mediterranean spices including cumin, oregano, and garlic. These burgers provide a light yet filling supper, topped with a crisp, refreshing relish of cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs and a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce. They’re a tasty way to bring the colorful tastes of the Mediterranean to your plate and are ideal for a quick weekday dinner or a laid-back get-together!

Ingredients:

For the Yogurt Sauce:

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons lemon zest

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Chicken Burgers:

1 pound ground chicken

1 medium zucchini, chopped finely

Kernels from 1 fresh ear of corn

1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely diced

3 green onions, thinly sliced

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

3–4 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)

For the Tomato-Cucumber Relish:

1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered

1/3 medium seedless English cucumber, diced

2 green onions, finely sliced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate to let the flavors meld.