Succotash Burgers

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked lima beans,, I used frozen
• 5 tablespoons olive oil,, may need 1 to 2 tablespoons additional, divided
• 1/3 cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup cooked corn
• 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
• 2 cups Panko crumbs,, divided
• 1 large egg,, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 5 slices Vidalia onion,, ½-inch thick
• 5 onion rolls,, toasted
• 10 slices bacon,, cooked
• 5 slices tomato

Basil Mayonnaise

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil

Steps

1. 1

   Place lima beans and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor and pulse until lima beans are finely chopped but still have a little form. Place in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add red pepper, corn, cheese, 1 cup of panko crumbs, egg, and salt. Mix well and shape into 5 patties. Coat patties with remaining panko crumbs and place on a plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   After 30 minutes, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add burgers and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Add more olive oil if needed. Drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Wipe skillet clean, add 1 tablespoon of oil and cook onion slices 1 to 2 minutes per side.

5. 5

   To make Basil Mayonnaise, mix all ingredients in a bowl.

6. 6

   Spread Basil Mayonnaise on bottom of buns and top with burgers, bacon, onion, and tomato.