8 Epic Veggie Burger Recipes (2024)

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Published: May 29, 2017Updated: April 8, 2022Author: Jenn Laughlin

Making a totally crave-worthy veggie burger is easier than you think! Here are 8 epic tried and true veggie burger recipes that we just can’t get enough of!

We’re kicking things off today with a weeks worth of veggie burger recipes!

They’re fabulous sandwiched betweena fluffy bakery bun, crumbled atop a big leafy green salad, or stuffed insidefluffy baked sweet potato with all your favorite fixin’s. Anything goes! You can even try your hand at a lettuce wrap burger bun that’s entirely gluten-free!

Even better? They’re all 100% freezer friendly too! Make some for now, and squirrel a few away for later.

8 Epic Veggie Burger Recipes

These tasty plant-based veggie patties are our all-time favorites!

1.Buffalo Chickpea Veggie Burgers

These buffalo chickpea veggie burgers area total roundhouse kick to the tastebuds in the most amazing way possible. These burgers have some serious skills.You can make them super duper spicy and thoroughly assault your tastebuds or keep them on the mild side with some serious buffalo flavor.

Just whatever you do,make them right meow!

2.Butternut Black Bean Burgers

Say hello to your new favorite veggie burger! These butternut black bean burgers are flavorful, filling, and freaking awesome. On top of that? They’re probably THE most popular veggie burger recipe on my blog!

3.Spicy Chickpea Veggie Burgers with Jalapeño and Zucchini

These are my spiciest (and sassiest!) veggie burgers yet! Spicy chickpea veggie burgers with jalapeño and zucchini, topped with a tasty honey-lime slaw and a fast + fierySriracha mayo.

4.Chipotle Pumpkin Veggie Burgers

My Chipotle Pumpkin Veggie Burgers are quick, easy, and a total crowd pleaser! Each veggie burgeris vegan, gluten-free,freezer-friendly and 100% delicious!

They feature a pumpkin and white bean fusion laced with bold, smoky chipotle peppers and a blend of spices. It’s not quite spicy (though you can amp up the heat and make it spicy!) but is certainly intense! These tasty veggie burgers have a duo of chipotle flavor in both the burger and the sauce and are topped with a delicate mountain of greens and a buttery avocado smash.

5.Black Bean Veggie Burgers with Chipotle Honey Mustard

These smoky chipotle Black Bean Veggie Burgersare bold andfull offlavor! Loadedwith veggies and topped with an irresistible homemade chipotle honey mustard sauce, they’ll impress vegetarians and meat-eaters alike!

Of course we can’t discuss the awesomeness of these black beanburgers withouttalkig about thesauce. It’s straight-up marriage material. On a whim I branched out from my default Chipotle Aioli (also deliciously awesome) and chipotletized my husband’s honey mustard recipe. Cue fireworks!

6.Vegetarian Cajun Chickpea Sweet Potato Burgers

This zesty cajun spin on my classic Sweet Potato Chickpea Burger is something you’re going to want in your life, stat. Flecked with the foodie equivalent of the holy trinity and spiced to zesty perfection, these veggie burgers are full of flavor and easily compliment a number of dietary needs.

Swap out the egg anduse a flax eggto make them vegan and for a meal that’s gloriously gluten-free, crumble them over salads, spuds, or slap them on your favorite GF bun!

7.Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers

To date, these bad boys are in heavy rotation in our home. They are fantastic every which way. I’ll slap them on a burger bun one day, crumble them over a salad the next, and even stuff them in a sweet potato for a tasty veggie smorgasbord! There are almost always a batch in my freezer and my friends can’t stop raving about them! *cue happy dance* Needless to say, they’re a hit!

8.Homemade Mexican Veggie Burgers with Taco Aioli

My healthy homemade Mexican Veggie Burgers are fun, filling, and downright tasty! They’re also gloriously gluten-free and topped with the most delicious taco aioli, rendering them totally crave-worthy!

Make some for now, freeze some for later, and pass these along to friends and family if you’re feeling particularly charitable. Friends don’t let friends eat questionably processed veggie burgers.

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These super-satisfying veggie burger recipes are nothing short of amazing.

Get one in your face pronto!

side dishes to serve with veggie burgers

Garden Veggie Tortellini Pasta Salad
Chopped Cauliflower Broccoli Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
Homestyle Macaroni Salad
Bacon Sriracha Potato Salad
Greek Quinoa Bowls

hungry for more veggie burger recipes?

My Quinoa Black Bean Veggie Burgers are piled high with tasty vegetarian toppings and topped with a spicy Sriracha mayo!

I also make the most amazing homemade White Bean Burgers that are great for meal prep and totally freezer-friendly too!

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About The Author:

Jenn Laughlin

Hi! I’m Jenn and I’m here to help you eat your veggies! It'll be fun, painless, and pretty darn delicious as I teach you to plan your meals around fresh, seasonal produce with a little help from healthy freezer and pantry staples.

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How to cook Hilary veggie burger? ›

Microwave: Remove patty from plastic and place on a microwave safe plate. Cook on high for 1 minute.

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What are the drawbacks of the Morningstar Farms veggie burger? ›

This product is not certified organic [read more]
Contains ingredients that may contribute small amounts of unhealthy artificial trans fats: Canola Oil and Corn Oil [read more]
Contains 29% of the Institute of Medicine's daily sodium (salt) recommendations based on adequate intake [read more]

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What binds a veggie burger together? ›

Eggs are the most common and effective binder, and egg replacers are an excellent alternative for vegan burgers. Other common binders include wheat germ, bread crumbs, oats, and ground flaxseeds. These are dry ingredients, though the recipe's other ingredients often add just enough moisture to make a sufficient binder.

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Are Hilary's veggie burgers healthy? ›

These veggie burgers really are decently healthy. They're packed with good for you ingredients and are allergy friendly. The fat is pretty low, there's zero cholesterol, and even the sodium and calories are pretty low!

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What is the best way to cook frozen veggie burgers? ›

IN THE SKILLET (recommended method)

Preheat non-stick skillet over MEDIUM heat.
Lightly spray skillet with cooking oil.
Place frozen burgers in skillet.
Heat burgers over MEDIUM heat for 7-8 minutes, turning burgers over occasionally through heating time.

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How do you keep homemade veggie burgers from falling apart? ›

The more pulverized the veggie burger mixture gets, the better the patties will stick together. (But don't puree them, or the final texture will be off.) Keep the patty size reasonable. If you make the veggie burgers too large, they are more likely to fall apart.

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How do you elevate a veggie burger? ›

For a festive flavor, especially during Thanksgiving or Christmas, I love to make these with rosemary, sage and thyme. For the everyday meal, I just use parsley or thyme, and top with caramelized onions, arugula, and avocado. For a Mediterranean flavor, cilantro and mint. For a French touch, tarragon.

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How do you add flavor to a veggie burger? ›

Slice up some onions and (optional) beets thinly. The onions help to keep the burgers moist and add steam and flavour during cooking. If you don't like onions, try sliced mushrooms. Spices like garlic powder and a good barbecue sauce are also important for that authentic barbecue flavour.

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What cheese goes best with veggie burgers? ›

Cheddar cheese: Whether sliced or shredded (to put in your patties!), its sharp profile goes well with smoky flavours, roasted onions, and vegetables. It's also great with creamy, savoury sauces like aioli. Plus, its white or yellow colour against darker patties creates a nice visual appeal.

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What makes veggie burgers taste like meat? ›

Soy protein is still the plant protein that delivers the most meat-like taste and texture. Since it has been used for decades now, a lot of research has been done and its texturization process has been further improved.

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How do you keep vegetable burgers from being mushy? ›

Refrigeration – After you've formed your patties, refrigerate (or freeze) them for an hour or two. This will give the breadcrumbs time to absorb some of the moisture in the burger, making them more apt to stay together during cooking. Good beer – A good general rule for cooking, particularly when a bbq is involved.

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What is the best way to cook plant based burgers? ›

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat until just smoking. Place 4 patties in skillet and weight with prepared pot. Cook until well browned on first side, about 1 minute. Remove pot, flip patties, and cook until just cooked through on second side, about 15 seconds.

How do you cook Yves veggie burgers in the oven? ›

Preparation instructions (Cook from frozen) Conventional oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Place burgers in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 to 22 minutes until cooked through*. For more even browning, turn burgers over halfway through cooking time.

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How long should you cook a veggie burger? ›

Gluten-free Test Kitchen: Best Way to Cook Veggie Burgers

Oven-baked (350°F, parchment lined baking sheet, 15 minutes one side, flip, then an additional 7 minutes)
Pan fried in a non-stick pan (medium-low heat, little bit of oil in the pan, 3 – 5 minutes per side)