Graduations are in full swing, you’re breaking out your fun pool floats and everyone is grilling up their signature burgers — that’s right, summer is officially upon us. Every year, May 28 marks National Burger Day, a holiday that most people are pretty happy exists. Coincidentally (or not), it coincides with Memorial Day weekend, meaning you have the perfect excuse to grill up all of your favorite summer burger recipes (and favorite side dish finger foods).
If you’re stuck in a burger rut, don’t worry — we have 25 mouthwatering burgers you’ll love, whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or as carnivorous as they come. Grab some Rosemary Watermelonade and settle in, because the following recipes will give you serious burger FOMO.
Black Bean Burgers
These may look like regular beef burgers, but they’re actually full of beans and veggies. The addition of ketchup and paprika give them that flavor you would find in a typical burger, but without any meat. (via Elemental Custard)
Greek Burgers
Fresh toppings like cucumber, tomato and feta allow for the pure flavor of this burger to really shine. Creamy tzatziki would be a great topping for these Greek-inspired patties. (via The Ruby Kitchen)
Grilled Pineapple Hawaiian Burgers
Grilling your fruit intensifies the sweetness, giving it a caramelized char-grilled flavor that goes perfectly on top of a burger. Tangy Swiss cheese is a nice balance to the richness of the meat, but you could also use something like a white cheddar if you prefer. (via Joanie Simon)
Super Juicy Teriyaki Burger
These thick six-ounce burgers are so juicy and flavorful, you won’t believe how easy they are to make. Brie or blue cheese works best with the teriyaki sauce, but feel free to sub in whatever you prefer. (via Hapa Nom Nom)
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Vegan Quinoa Chickpea Burgers
Ingredients
- ½ cup Ancient Harvest Harmony Organic Quinoa
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, diced
- ½ cup carrot, diced
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 flax egg (1 ½ tablespoons ground flax seeds + 3 tablespoons water, set aside for 5 minutes)
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon mustard
- 2 teaspoons guar gum (optional, creates a sturdier patty)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Burger toppings: tomato slices, avocado, lettuce
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, cooking in vegetable broth instead of water.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in red bell pepper, celery, mushrooms, and carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas and stir together with quinoa, flax egg and cooked veggies. Add spices, mustard, guar gum, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine.
- Set a pan with olive oil over medium-high heat and form 4 patties with the quinoa vegetable mixture. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden.
- Assemble burgers and enjoy!
Lentil Walnut Burgers
Lentils are a great option for vegan burgers. The resulting texture is similar to that of ground meat, and they hold together well while cooking. Whip up a quick avocado ranch to drizzle on top and chow down! (via Vegan Richa)
Asian Turkey Burgers With Kimchi
The star of this recipe is definitely the crunchy homemade kimchi gracing the top. Each ingredient is perfectly coordinated to enhance the flavors without competing with one another. If you’re a fan of Asian cuisine, this is your burger. (via The Gourmet RD)
As you’re gearing up for summer, get ready to break out the grill for National Burger Day. These mouthwatering burger recipes are the perfect addition to your Memorial Day weekend festivities! With vegan and meat-lovers burgers, there’s something for everyone.
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