Best Burger Recipes

Easy updates on the summer classic


With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, burger season is about to hit its stride. What better way to celebrate the start of this juice-dripping-down-your-arm season than with simple updates on the summer classic.

We love throwing on different cheeses and marinated veggies to play up the natural flavors of a beef burger, and there are plenty of variations for each and every palate and diet. Whether you are a meat-eater or a bean-loving vegetarian, there is a perfect burger for you - and we have the recipe here.

Read on for our favorite better burger recipes, and be sure to tell us you're favorite way to grill them up in the comments below.

For tips on creating the best burger creations, check out How to Make the Perfect Burger.

Photo courtesy Hav n Knit Lover via Flickr/CC

Salmon Burgers with Spinach and Ginger

Prefer fish to beef? Then this salmon burger recipe is a must-have. Soy sauce and spinach add depth to the dish and ginger brings in some nice zest.

Get the recipe

Turkey Burgers with Cranberry-Peach Chutney

If turkey is more of your thing, you simply can't go wrong with this Thanksgiving-style medley of flavors. Updated for a summer feel with the cranberry-peach chutney, these are sure to be a hit at any summer barbecue.

Get the recipe

If you're looking for something a little less traditional, check out these Moroccan-style Grilled Turkey Burgers with Cheddar and Smoky Aioli.

Vietnamese-style Bahn Mi Burgers

Banh Mi and their fusion counterparts are incredibly popular right now thanks to the rise of ethnic food stands. Jump on the trend with this take on the classic burger. A baguette subs in for the regular bun, and the burger is dressed up with crunchy pickled veggies.

Get the recipe

Green-chili Bacon Burgers with Goat Cheese

If you like the standard bacon burger, you've got to try this kicked up version. Spicy green chiles provide a hit of heat in every bite, with the creamy goat cheese acting as a spice foil. With the additional savory bacon, it just doesn't get much better.

Get the recipe

Southwest Pinto Bean Burgers with Chipotle Mayonnaise

These bean burgers are a bit different than the more usual black bean variety. Made with pinto beans instead and mixed with cilantro, jalapeno peppers, corn and cumin, these provide a nice Southwestern take on the usual burger. Creamy yet hearty, these burgers get even better with the addition of chipotle mayo.

Get the recipe

Slideshow View

Mentioned in this article

Comments

Add a Comment

Search Articles


Best Wine Deals

  • $22.99
    27%off
    Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon
    Laurel Glen Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
  • $15.83
    33%off
    Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen Riesling Columbia Valley Eroica
    Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen Riesling Columbia Valley Eroica 2007
See More Deals »

Daily Wine WisdomMore Wine Tips