31 of our best burger recipes to grill all summer long

Grill season is here, and we couldn’t be happier. At the top of our summer barbecuing list is the burger. With over 30 recipes, from our famous quinoa veggie burger, to saucy chicken burgers and towering, over-the-top patty stacks, there’s no shortage of choice, either. Take a look at the gallery below for all our best burger recipes:

Caramelized onion burgers with garlic aioli

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1. Caramelized onion burgers with garlic aioli

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

2. Salsa verde pork burgers with watermelon jicama salad

Photo, Erik Putz.

The sweet watermelon-jicama salad offsets the slightly spicy pork burger. Get this salsa verde pork burger with watermelon jicama salad recipe.

3. Smoky harissa burgers with grilled sweet potatoes

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

The small hint of harissa spice gives this burger a bit of a kick. Get this smoky harissa burger with grilled sweet potatoes recipe.

4. The new classic burger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Extra cheesy, extra beefy, and extra saucy — this is a classic cheeseburger, amped up for maximum flavour. (Grilling these will definitely win you brownie points at the family barbecue.) Get the this new classic burger recipe.

5. Red lentil burger recipe

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

6. Open-faced butter chicken burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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

7. Buffalo chicken burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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

8. Korean-inspired bibimbap burgers

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

9. Fresh Italian burger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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

10. Gourmet cheeseburger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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.

11. Stealthy healthy burger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

This stacked burger is loaded with healthy veg and spread with a creamy Greek yogurt and chipotle sauce — your guests won’t know what hit them! Get this stealthy healthy burger recipe.

12. Two-ingredient burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

13. Mediterranean turkey burger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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.

14. Tandoori chicken burger with raita

Photo, Michael Graydon.

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.

15. Steak and egg burger with tomato salad

Photo, Erik Putz.

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

16. Salmon and avocado burger

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

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.

17. 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.

18. Quinoa-veggie burger

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

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.

19. Steak house burgers

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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

20. The whole truck burger

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

The folks who run Calgary’s best steakhouse, Charcut Roast House, are behind the Alley Burger truck. Get this whole truck burger recipe.

21. Bison-cherry burger

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

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

22. Black bean burger

Photo, John Cullen.

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.

23. Over the top burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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

24. 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.

25. Tempeh superfood burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

26. Juicy turkey burgers

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Swap out beef for ground turkey tonight. Serve topped with savoury and sweet cherry & caramelized-onion relish. Get this juicy turkey burger recipe.

27. Grilled shrimp and pork burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

28. Zesty kofta sliders

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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

29. Tofu and black bean burger

Photo, Erik Putz.

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.

30. Inside-out cheddar burger

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

Two thin burger patties stuffed with Canadian cheddar? This cheeseburger will surprise and delight guests at any weekend barbecue. Get this inside-out cheddar burger recipe.

31. Black bean and tofu burgers

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

This hearty burger will satisfy any vegetarian on the guest list this summer. Get this black bean and tofu burger recipe.

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31 Burger Recipes Worth Firing Up The Grill For, Including Our Famous Quinoa Veggie Burger

A little inspiration to keep the flavour fresh all summer long.

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