25 Plant-Based Burgers to Savor This Summer!

Americans eat nearly 50 billion burgers each year, and burgers make up about 40 percent of all sandwiches sold. Veggie burgers, we are happy to report, are increasing in popularity as people try to make better choices that benefit the animals, their bodies and the planet.

If you need tips for making great veggie burgers, you’ve come to the right place. Check out 10 Vegetables You Can Make Burgers With, How to Make Flavorful Veggie Burgers, and The Healthy Homemade Veggie Burger: Tips and Tricks to Keep It Clean and Healthy. Of course, the most important thing is knowing Tricks for Making Veggie Burgers That Won’t Fall Apart.

When it comes to veggie burger recipes, we have so many that you could eat a different burger every day of the month and never have the same burger twice. Take a look at these 10 Epic Veggie Burgers to Throw on the Grill Now, and then go global by traveling around the World in 10 Amazing Vegan Burgers without ever leaving your kitchen. Are you ready for more? We knew you would be so here are 25 unique and trendy veggie burgers to make right now.

1. Hefty, Hearty Mushroom Burgers

These Hefty, Hearty Mushroom Burgers hold together really well. Using mushrooms and black beans gives this burger a meaty-like texture and taste you’ll love. They’re hefty, hearty, and delicious.

2. Nuts, Seeds and Stuff Burger

This Nuts, Seeds and Stuff Burger is absolute magic. Made with black rice, sweet potato, tofu, nuts, seeds, and other stuff, it holds together and is bursting with so much flavor, you might not want to add any condiments.

3. Hearty Eggplant Burger With Vegan Mayonnaise

These Hearty Eggplant Burgers have a chia seed and coconut flour coating for a crunchy bite. They’re really easy to make and the homemade vegan mayonnaise perfectly complements it. Add a bit of your favorite hot sauce to the mayonnaise for a nice kick!

4. Zucchini Chickpea Burger

Mashed chickpeas and grated zucchini come together to make these delicious Zucchini Chickpea Burgers. They’re spicy, healthy, and hold up on the grill. What more could you ask for…besides seconds?

5. Spicy Buffalo Quinoa Burgers

Here is a unification of two favorite earthly things: buffalo wing sauce and burgers. Hearty, spicy and satisfying, these Spicy Buffalo Quinoa Burgers are as filling as they are tasty. Serve them alongside some sweet potato fries and you truly have a match made in heaven.

6. Clean Eating Portobello Burgers With Pea Pesto

Beautiful, meaty mushrooms are the base of these Clean-Eating Portobello Burgers with Pea Pesto. The pesto brightens up the rich mushroom flavor for a balanced and delicious burger.

7. Double Black Bean Tofu Cheeseburgers

Silken tofu and black beans combine with onion and kale for these big, juicy burgers. Double-stacked, these Black Bean Tofu Cheeseburgers will challenge you to open wide. Have lots of napkins ready!

8. Sweet Potato Chickpea Burger With Apricot Mustard and Rosemary Fries

If you like Hawaiian burgers, this Sweet Potato Chickpea Burger will be your official summer burger. It’s filling, but light and has a lot of irresistible flavor. You know when you are really full, but it’s just so good that you reach for another one anyway? Yes, that’s good.

9. Spicy Cauliflower Chickpea Burger

This Spicy Cauliflower Chickpea Burger will leave you wondering why meat was ever an option. It’s smothered with Buffalo sauce, filled with veggies, and piled with amazing toppings. Open wide because you’ll want the whole thing in your mouth!

10. Black Bean Burgers With Cilantro Lime Sauce

A good veggie burger is only as good as its ingredients. These Black Bean Burgers have lots of onion, bell pepper, and a good amount of seasoning, while the super simple cilantro lime sauce is a cool and tangy topper for the spicy burger.

11. Chickpea Millet Burgers With Butternut Squash

A hearty, satisfying burger is an absolute must in any plant-based repertoire. These Chickpea Millet Burgers with Butternut Squash will fill you up and satisfy your taste buds.

12. Black Bean Hemp Burgers

These Black Bean Hemp Burgers are perfect for lunch, dinner, a snack, or even breakfast. They’re also a perfect travel companion that will pack up easily and keep you full for hours. Oh, and they’re delicious too.

13. Kidney Bean and Kale BBQ Burger

Super easy to make and baked rather than fried, these mouthwatering Kidney Bean and Kale BBQ Burgers are a healthy meal you can enjoy any time of year! The burger holds together perfectly, plus baking it keeps the outside nice and crispy while the inside stays moist and flavorful.

14. Artichoke Sunflower Burgers

These amazing Artichoke Sunflower Burgers are proof that the ways you can make veggie burgers are limitless. If you have artichoke lovers at home, you’d better make a double batch.

15. Beet and Quinoa Veggie Burgers

Adding beets to a burger is a genius move. Not only are these Beet and Quinoa Veggie Burgers simply gorgeous with that vibrant reddish purple shining through, but they also have a slightly meaty texture, making them excellent additions to your favorite veggie burger rotation.

16. Sweet Potato Burgers With Green Tahini

These Sweet Potato Burgers have oats, chickpeas, and lots of spices for a flavor-packed burger. Top them with the tahini made bright green with your favorite herbs.

17. Stupid Simple Bean Burgers With Paprika Garlic Burger Sauce

Make these Stupid Simple Bean Burgers with Paprika Garlic Burger Sauce for anyone who thinks veggie burgers don’t measure up. Stack on all their favorite fixings and watch them devour the whole burger and eat their words for dessert.

18. Smoky Black Bean and Hemp Seed Burgers

When you want a really good, super substantial, stick-to-your-ribs, hearty burger, make these Smoky Black Bean and Hemp Seed Burgers. The hemp seeds add protein, heartiness and chewy texture.

19. Seriously Good Veggie Burgers

There are good veggie burgers and then there are seriously amazing veggie burgers…and this is one of the seriously amazing types! This Seriously Good Veggie Burger is protein-packed, holds its shape, has just the right texture, and tastes unbelievable!

20. Chicken-less Burgers

These Chicken-less Burgers are perfect when you want a vegan version of your favorite chicken sandwich. The spices give it that familiar flavor, but you’ll know it’s made with chickpeas.

21. Black Bean Apple Burgers With Caramelized Onion Chipotle BBQ Sauce and Shiitake Bacon

The flavors of each part of this recipe combine for the perfect sweet, spicy, and earthy meal. These Black Bean Apple Burgers are topped with smoky shiitake bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and a spicy chipotle BBQ sauce for an extra kick.

22. Game Day Kidney Bean and Tofu Burger

Eating vegan doesn’t mean you have to give up on amazing burgers. Not at all. This Game Day Kidney Bean and Tofu Burger will satisfy even the most picky meat-eater on the hunt for his (or her!) burger fix. Score!

23. Basic Veggie and Bean Burgers

When it comes to making veggie burgers, there are no rules, and creativity is the only real requirement. If you want a go-to recipe that’s simple and versatile, these Basic Veggie and Bean Burgers are perfect. Change up the type of beans, veggies and herbs in the recipe to suit your taste buds. They’ll be delicious every time.

24. Mini Black Bean Burgers With Garlic Basil Cream Sauce

Sweet potatoes make a perfect base for other various ingredients to create the most amazing burgers. These Mini Black Bean Burgers have a tangy garlic basil cream sauce for an extra-special meal.

25. Mushroom Lentil Herb Burgers and Crisp Slaw

Making a fresh and tangy slaw with cabbage, apple, and carrot to top these Mushroom Lentil Herb Burgers is a smart idea. Cradling the burgers in crunchy cabbage leaves is absolutely genius.

When you have incredible veggie burger recipes like these, every day is a reason to celebrate burgers.

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental well-being, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer,  prostate cancer, and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend grabbing our favorite plant-based cookbooks and downloading the Food Monster App — with over 20,000 delicious recipes, it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals, and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep
• Plant-Based Cookbooks 

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