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32 Of Our Very Best Burger Recipes

A little inspiration to keep the flavour fresh all summer long.
Burger stacked with beef patties, sauces, bacon, onion rings, lettuce, pickles and tomatoes. Over the Top Burger. 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 30 burger recipes below.

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.

Salsa verde pork burgers with watermelon and jicama salad on a rectangular white platePhoto, Erik Putz.

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger Recipes

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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.

Two burgers topped with caramelized onions and garlic aioliPhoto, Erik Putz.

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.

harissa burgers topped with cheese on a wooden serving trayPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

The new classic burger

Extra cheesy, extra beefy, and extra saucy — this is a classic cheeseburger, amped up for maximum flavour. Get the this classic burger recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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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.

Red Lentil Burger recipePhoto, Erik Putz.

Open-faced butter chicken burger

If you’re a fan of Indian cuisine, than you’ll love this butter-chicken-inspired burger. Get this open-faced butter chicken burger recipe.

butter chicken burger recipePhoto, Erik Putz.

Buffalo chicken burger

The classic buffalo wing sauce and blue cheese combination, but in burger form. Get this buffalo chicken burger recipe.

dinner plan: Buffalo chicken burger recipePhoto, Erik Putz.

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Korean-inspired 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, Korean-inspired burger. Get this Korean-inspired bibimbap burger recipe.

Bibimbap homemade burgersPhoto, Erik Putz.

Fresh Italian burger

The peppery-lemon aioli gives every bite of this juicy burger a fresh zing. Get this fresh Italian burger recipe.

Tips for making a homemade burger: Fresh Italian burgerPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Erik Putz.

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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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.

Tandoori-chicken-burger-with-raita-1-1-lPhoto, Michael Graydon.

Steak and egg burger with tomato salad

Impress at your next BBQ with these towering, restaurant-style steak and egg burgers. Get this steak and egg burger with tomato salad recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Erik Putz.

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

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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.

dinner plan: lamb burgers with fta and mint

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

Steak house burgers

Peppery horseradish adds the perfect kicked-up finish to this steak-house-inspired burger. Get this steak house burger recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Bison-cherry burger

Try something new at your next barbacue — you’ll be surprised how much you like it. Get this bison-cherry burger recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

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. Whats more, they contain tons of antioxidants.) Get this black bean burger recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, John Cullen.

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Over the top burger

A towering, decadent burger. (The secret? Mix caramelized onions right into the beef.) Get this over-the-top-burger recipe.

Over the top burgerPhoto, Erik Putz.

Chickpea-falafel burger

These delicious chickpea and lentil burgers will impress vegetarians and meat lovers too. Top with your favourite ingredients and enjoy! Get this chickpea-falafel burger recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger Recipes

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.

Tempeh superfood burgerPhoto, Erik Putz.

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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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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.

Grilled shrimp and pork burgerPhoto, Erik Putz.

Zesty kofta sliders

Delicious beef sliders with a bit of cayenne for kick. Get this zesty kofta sliders recipe.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Inside-out cheddar burger

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.

32 Of Our Very Best Burger RecipesPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

Black bean and tofu burgers

This hearty burger will satisfy any vegetarian you're grilling for this summer. Get this black bean and tofu burger recipe.

Black bean and tofu burgersPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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