Instructions

1. Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Drain and rinse the can of white beans, then set them aside in a mixing bowl. Grate the medium zucchini using a box grater or food processor, and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
2. In the mixing bowl with the white beans, mash them with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smooth, leaving some texture for bite. Add the grated zucchini to the bowl.
3. Next, add the breadcrumbs, chopped fresh basil, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper to the mixture. Stir everything together until well combined. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs to achieve a moldable consistency.
4. Once the mixture is ready, divide it into four equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty. Make sure they are compact to prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the burger patties in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through. If they are browning too quickly, reduce the heat to medium-low.
6. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the green olive basil aioli. In a small bowl, combine the chopped green olives and vegan mayo. Stir in a bit of chopped fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined and set aside.
7. Once the burgers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute. Toast the burger buns in the same skillet for added flavor, if desired.
8. To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of the green olive basil aioli on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a burger patty on top, and add any additional toppings you like, such as lettuce, tomato, or avocado.
9. Finally, place the top half of the bun on each burger, serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious White Bean Zucchini Burgers with Green Olive Basil Aioli!