Think meatless burgers are boring? These 20+ creative veggie burger recipes will change your mind!
A lot of veggie burgers suffer from a lack of imagination--they're often just some combination of grains and beans and while they're usually delicious, when you eat them often, sometimes they leave you wanting a little bit more.
Well, don't worry--these burgers are different! They're made with unique ingredients, creative toppings, or both and they're sure to pull you out of your boring veggie burger rut.
Try serving these veggie burgers up with this vegan potato salad or this summer pasta salad for the ultimate feast!
22 Veggie Burgers
Teriyaki Edamame Burgers with Grilled Pineapple
These tasty Teriyaki Edamame Burgers are topped with grilled fresh pineapple, crispy green onions, and an Asian-inspired slaw.
Sweet Potato Falafel Burgers
Take falafel. Make it bun-sized. Add sweet potato. Then boom: you have these burgers from Connoisseurus Veg.
Carrot Tahini Quinoa Veggie Burger with Tzatziki and Purple Slaw
Get a healthy dose of carrots in these tzatziki-topped burgers from Rhubarbarians.
Beautiful Beet Burgers {vegan}
Got a weakness for beets? You'll love these healthy veggie burgers from The Muffin Myth.
Freekeh Bean Burgers with Harissa Onions
Freekeh isn't a grain that's commonly used in veggie burgers, but its earthy flavor is perfect in these protein-rich patties.
Thai Curry Butternut Squash Burgers - Connoisseurus Veg
Winter squash takes center stage in these Thai-inspired burgers from Connoisseurus Veg.
Mushroom and Wild Rice Black Bean Burgers
Wild rice gives a chewy texture to these veggie burgers from Back to Her Roots.
Vegetarian Spiced Millet & Chickpea Burgers
Millet is the new quinoa! It's high in protein and perfect for shaping into veggie burgers, like in this recipe from Delicious Everyday.
Chipotle Quinoa Burgers with Sweet Corn Relish
Top these smoky burgers with homemade sweet corn relish and you've got yourself a satisfying summer meal.
Quinoa Pumpkin Veggie Burgers
Use leftover pumpkin puree to make these nutrition-packed burgers from Peas and Crayons.
Sushi Veggie Sliders
The flavors of sushi in the form of a (vegetarian!) slider--we love these little burgers from Spabettie!
Cauliflower Hummus Burgers with Mint Tzatziki
Mashed chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon give these burgers the flavor of hummus, while cauliflower adds a nutritional boost.
Black-Eyed Pea Burgers
Black-eyed peas aren't just for the New Year! Tori Avey shares a recipe for veggie burgers made with these lucky legumes.
Sprouted Quinoa Black Bean Burgers with Pineapple Salsa
Sprouting quinoa before cooking it makes it even healthier.
Meaty Eggplant Burgers
Turn eggplant into delicious veggie burgers! Ricki Heller shows you how.
Vegan Lentil Mushroom Burgers
A classic savory veggie burger recipe that can be dressed up with any toppings you like.
Jamaican Jerk Veggie Burgers
These vegan burgers are infused with Jamaican flavors and topped with a homemade slaw and avocado slices.
Black Bean Mole Burgers
Black bean burgers are everywhere, but topping them with mole? Coconut and Berries makes a good thing even better!
Lettuce-wrapped BBQ Quinoa Kale + Corn Veggie Burgers
With Food and Love brings us the perfect burger for a hot summer day.
Meatball Style Veggie Burgers
Is it a meatball sandwich or a veggie burger? Who cares when Healthy Delicious makes it look this good!
Cauliflower Lentil Veggie Burger with Spicy Turmeric Aioli {Gluten-free + Dairy-free}
Tasty Yummies tops these veggie burgers with spicy turmeric aioli--yum!
Vegetarian Thai Veggie Burgers
Thai-spiced veggie burgers and sweet-and-sour quick pickles--what's not to love?
I hope you've found the ultimate veggie burger to spice up this grilling season. For more delicious vegetarian recipes ideas, check out these:
Trish says
Awesome! Thanks so much for featuring the carrot tahini quinoa burgs! Now to try all the other delicious sounding burgs!
Trish
Emma says
Veggies can be so good when done well! So many great-looking recipes to try here.
Meg @ BeardandBonnet says
That black bean and mole burger...holy cow!
Jenn Peas and Crayons says
Such great ideas - I am dying to try a few new veggie burgers and these look amazing! Thanks for featuring my Pumpkin Burgers along with all the yumminess Kiersten!
Ricki says
Drooling over here! Now I've got enough ideas to last until the end of summer.. . so many fabulous burgers! Thanks so much for including mine. 🙂
Jessica @ Jessica in the Kitchen says
LOVING these veggie burgers!!