40 Of Our Very Best Burger Recipes
(Photo: Erik Putz)
At the top of our summer barbecuing list? The humble burger. From our famous quinoa veggie burger to saucy chicken burgers to towering, over-the-top patty stacks, there's no shortage of choice. Try not to drool on your screen or keyboard while scrolling through over the burger recipes below.
Two-Ingredient Burger
This burger is a BBQ showstopper, and incredibly simple to make—all you need is beef, a bit of coarse salt and your favourite toppings to finish. Get this two-ingredient burger recipe.
The Classic Burger
Once you've tackled the two-ingredient burger, step up to this recipe—which adds eggs and Worcestershire for an unbeatable flavour combo. The name says it all! We stand behind the great taste and simplicity (it only takes 15 minutes to prepare) of our triple-tested classic burger recipe.
Chicken Caesar Burger
Have your salad, and your burger too, with this delicious take on the chicken Caesar. Get our chicken caesar burger recipe.
French Onion Burger
This decadent, incredibly juicy burger recipe can be easily whipped up on a weeknight, but is impressive enough for company. Get our French onion burger recipe.
Vegan Juicy Lucy Burger
A plant-based take on the classic spin on a cheeseburger, with gooey, melty (plant-based) cheese inside the burger patty, instead of on top. Get our vegan juicy Lucy burger recipe.
Fresh Italian Burger
The peppery-lemon aioli gives every bite of this juicy burger a fresh zing. Get this fresh Italian burger recipe.
Chicken Parmesan Burger
Turn this classic Italian dish into a succulent saucy burger for the perfect summer meal. Get our chicken parmesan burger recipe.
Salsa Verde Pork Burgers With Watermelon-Jicama Salad
The sweet watermelon-jicama salad offsets the slightly spicy pork burger. Get this salsa verde pork burger with watermelon jicama salad recipe.
Salmon Burgers
This recipe is part of a two-for-one dinner special. The recipe uses leftover salmon filet from our baked salmon rice bowls with togarashi in the patties, which are broiled in the oven and topped with a crunchy carrot and radish slaw before spring on toasted buns. Get our salmon burger recipe.
Caramelized Onion Burgers With Garlic Aioli
Topped with sweet onions and savoury aioli, this perfectly charred burger is a classic barbecue fave. Get this caramelized onion burger with garlic aioli recipe.
Smoky Harissa Burgers With Grilled Sweet Potatoes
The small hint of harissa spice gives this burger a bit of a kick. Get this smoky harissa burger with grilled sweet potatoes recipe.
White-Bean And Walnut Burgers
This unique, protein-packed veggie burger leans into the fresh flavours of white beans and walnuts. Get our white bean and walnut burgers recipe.
Pretzel Buns
Forget a regular old burger bun—take it up a notch for your with this pretzel buns recipe.
Cheesy Camp Burgers
Surprise! These juicy patties are stuffed with Babybel rounds for a cheesy hit minus the mess on the grill, which makes them ideal for camping trips. Get our cheesy camp burgers recipe.
Bacon Double Cheeseburger
Extra cheesy, extra beefy, and extra saucy—this is a classic cheeseburger with two kinds of cheese, amped up for maximum flavour. Get this bacon double cheeseburger recipe.
Jamie Oliver's Insanity Burger
I've used the brilliant technique of brushing the burgers with mustard and a dash of Tabasco Chipotle sauce as they cook to build up an incredibly gnarly layer of seasoning. Get Jamie Oliver's insanity burger recipe.
Red Lentil Burger Recipe
No bland veggie burgers here! Plus we’ve dressed it up with pickled onions and creamy feta-dill sauce to give it a little extra punch. Get this red lentil burger recipe.
Open-Faced Butter Chicken Burger
If you’re a fan of butter chicken, than you’ll love this butter-chicken-inspired burger. Get this open-faced butter chicken burger recipe.
Buffalo Chicken Burger
The classic buffalo wing sauce and blue cheese combination, but in burger form. Get this buffalo chicken burger recipe.
Bibimbap Burgers
If you’ve never tried topping your burger patty with a fried egg you’re missing out. Give it a go this summer with this beefy burger. Get this bibimbap burger recipe.
Gourmet Cheeseburger
If classic isn’t your style, go gourmet! With goat cheese, basil pesto, pancetta and sprouts, this is one classy burger. Get this gourmet cheeseburger recipe.
Stealthy Healthy Burger
This stacked burger is loaded with healthy veg and spread with a creamy Greek yogurt and chipotle sauce. Get this stealthy healthy burger recipe.
Mediterranean Turkey Burger
Topped with fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil, this quick and easy burger pairs well with a glass of aromatic bubbly. Get this Mediterranean turkey burger recipe.
Tandoori Chicken Burger With Raita
Serve with salad and toasted whole-wheat naan. No grill? These burgers can also be cooked in an oiled frying pan over medium. Get this tandoori chicken burger with raita recipe.
Steak And Egg Burger
Impress at your next BBQ with these towering, restaurant-style steak and egg burgers. Get this steak and egg burger recipe.
Salmon And Avocado Burger
The combination of salmon, ground flaxseeds and avocado delivers a double omega punch. Serve on multi-grain rye toast, with Boston lettuce and grainy Dijon. Get this salmon and avocado burger recipe.
Lamb Burgers With Feta And Mint
Tip: Press a shallow depression in centre of each patty before cooking so burgers will stay perfectly round when grilled. Get this lamb burgers with feta and mint recipe.
Quinoa-Veggie Burger
Embrace this filler-free, super-nutritious quinoa-veggie burger. Sandwiched between two grilled portobello mushrooms, it’s got healthy and tasty covered. Get this quinoa-veggie burger recipe.
Steakhouse Burgers
Peppery homemade horseradish adds the perfect kicked-up finish to this steak-house-inspired burger. Get this steak house burger recipe.
Alley Burger's The Whole Truck Burger
The folks who run Calgary’s best steakhouse, Charcut Roast House, are behind the Alley Burger truck. Get this whole truck burger recipe.
Bison-Cherry Burger
A new twist on your classic burger recipe. Get this bison-cherry burger recipe.
Black Bean Burger
A superfood burger with staying power. (Black beans are loaded with magnesium, which facilitates calcium absorption and supports a healthy immune system. What's more, they contain tons of antioxidants.) Get this black bean burger recipe.
Over-The-Top Burger
A towering, decadent burger. (The secret? Mix caramelized onions right into the beef.) Get this over-the-top-burger recipe.
Chickpea-Falafel Burger
These delicious chickpea and lentil burgers will impress vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Top with your favourite ingredients and enjoy! Get this chickpea-falafel burger recipe.
Tempeh Superfood Burger
Tempeh is a dense, fermented-soy cake that has a firm, pleasantly chewy texture. For an incredible veggie burger, we loaded it up with healthy favouites. Get this tempeh superfood burger recipe.
Juicy Turkey Burgers
Swap out beef for ground turkey tonight. Serve topped with savoury and sweet cherry & caramelized-onion relish. Get this juicy turkey burger recipe.
Grilled Shrimp And Pork Burger
Inspired by Chinese siu mai dim sum dumplings, the combo of shrimp and pork is a delicious alternative to your usual beef burger. Get this grilled shrimp and pork burger recipe.
Zesty Kofta Sliders
Delicious beef sliders with a bit of cayenne for kick. Get this zesty kofta sliders recipe.
Tofu And Black Bean Burger
Packed with flavour and topped with bright, crisp toppings, this veggie burger may be one of our best yet! Get this tofu and black bean burger recipe.
Inside-Out Cheese Burgers
Two thin burger patties stuffed with Canadian cheddar? This cheeseburger will surprise and delight at any weekend barbecue. Get this inside-out cheddar burger recipe.
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