Chicken, Zucchini, and Fresh Corn Burgers with Tomato-Cucumber Relish

Ingredients for the Burgers:

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped
• Kernels from 1 ear of fresh corn (husks and silk removed)
• ½ medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3-4 tablespoons olive oil, for searing

Ingredients for the Tomato-Cucumber Relish:

• 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
• ⅓ medium seedless English cucumber, finely diced
• 2 green onions, finely sliced
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Burger Mixture:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped zucchini, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, beaten egg, panko breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Form the Burgers:

1. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties.

Cook the Burgers: