There's nothing better than some grilled goodness for Memorial Day weekend. If you've taken on a vegan or vegetarian diet and you're tired of those prepackaged burgers, you're in luck. There's something to tempt vegans regardless of their preferences, from white bean to black bean to portobello — no one-size-fits-all here! Click through to get inspired for your start-of-Summer backyard BBQ bliss or a weeknight supper.
All veggie burgers are not created equal. Although they have being meat-free in common, veggie burgers can be made of just about anything. Depending on your dietary needs, you may want to choose one that's completely vegan or one made without soy, so check out the list below to see which veggie patty you should grill up for your next barbecue.
Vegetarian: These patties are made with mostly veggies, grains, and legumes, and do contain eggs and/or dairy
| 1 Patty | Calories | Fat (g) | Cholesterol (mg) | Sodium (mg) | Carbs (g) | Fiber (g) | Sugar (g) | Protein (g) |
| Boca Grilled Vegetable | 80 | 1 | 0 | 300 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| Dr. Praeger's Meatless All American Burger | 130 | 4 | 0 | 350 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 15 |
| Gardenburger Portabella | 100 | 2.5 | 0 | 490 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Vegan: These are made without eggs or dairy, but may contain soy or gluten
| 1 Patty | Calories | Fat (g) | Cholesterol (mg) | Sodium (mg) | Carbs (g) | Fiber (g) | Sugar (g) | Protein (g) |
| Gardenburger Veggie Medley | 100 | 2.5 | 0 | 380 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Boca Original Vegan | 70 | .5 | 0 | 280 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 13 |
| Dr. Praeger's California Veggie Burger | 110 | 5 | 0 | 250 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
Keep reading to learn which veggie burger brands contain soy, are soy-free, and which are gluten-free.
It's National Burger Month, and we find ourselves asking: what makes a burger a burger? Is it the bun? Or the patty? Must it be made with ground beef, or can it be any kind of ground meat or protein? It all depends on how you define "burger," which is truly an existential question for our modern foodie times. Before we get bogged down in a highbrow burger debate, let's do this the easy way: click through the gallery of burgers and cast your vote on which should be considered a true burger and which ones are undeserving of the title.
Veggie burgers don't have to be boring or bland, and this awesome recipe proves it. The patties are made from garbanzo beans, so if you're a fan of falafel then you'll enjoy this burger. The spicy lemon mayonnaise and crunchy carrot slaw are essential to the dish. Don't leave them out; each component comes together to make a wonderfully flavorful and filling burger. When I made the patties the first time, I didn't use an egg; however, they started to fall apart, so I recommend using the egg as a binder. I warmed the patties in a skillet, but they would be great grilled. Ready to get cooking? Here's the recipe.
Are you a fan of Caprese salad? You know, the classic Italian dish that consists of tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella? If you are enthusiastically nodding your head yes, you've got to make this amazing veggie burger! It takes the ingredients from the salad and transforms them into a sandwich.
The recipe is pretty basic and can easily be adapted to suit your needs. Too hot in your neighborhood to turn on the oven? Slow-cook the tomatoes on the grill. Don't have a food processor? Use your favorite store-bought pesto instead of making your own.
However you make it, you've got to give this scrumptious burger a try. With its juicy tomato, garlicky pesto, and melted mozzarella, it's like the ultimate tomato sandwich. Keep reading for the perfectly seasonal recipe.
It's still grilling season! FitSugar reader thefitnessgourmet shared this recipe for gluten-free vegan falafel burgers in our Healthy Recipe group. Fire up the barbecue!
Making veggie burgers is really not as hard as it seems! This vegan, gluten-free, soy-free recipe is made of healthy ingredients, but I can assure you that these veggie burgers do not taste healthy at all. Win-win situation!
Read on for the recipe.
The next time you're hosting a barbecue and want to include a burger option for vegetarian friends, think outside the bun. Sure, portobello mushrooms are meaty and delicious, but there are plenty of other foods that make perfectly good patties. Your guests will be surprised and delighted by the alternative veggie burgers! Match the toppings to the filling and sandwich between your favorite bread. Ready for my six veggie burger suggestions? Keep reading.
After a long weekend of grilling and chilling, get back to your routine tonight with a meal that is quick, healthy, and meat-free. This recipe combines garbanzo beans with shredded carrots and peas to make a figure-friendly veggie patty. The patties are served in pita bread with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. For extra flavor consider slathering the pita in your favorite hummus. Learn how to make this dish now.
One can never have too many burger recipes, and this one is perfect for vegetarians! It expertly marinates portobello mushrooms in balsamic vinegar and garlic.
The 'shrooms are charred on the grill and served with chunks of smoky red bell peppers and disks of goat cheese. The final result is very satisfying — especially when paired with a cold beer and enjoyed in the open air.
Interested in the recipe? All you have to do is keep reading
Looking for an exciting new vegetarian recipe to serve on the Fourth of July? Consider this recipe: an upscale take on the classic veggie burger.
The patty is a filling combination of bulgur, pinto beans, walnuts, and spices. Serving the burger open-faced on toasted multi-grain bread adds an air of sophistication.
Don't skip the lime mayonnaise — it provides a creamy zing to the completed burger. To look at the uncomplicated recipe, please read more
