Top 4 Vegan Burgers You Must Try

Are you looking for the best vegan burger recipes that are easy to make and absolutely delicious? You’re in the right place!

When it comes to vegan burgers, most people are skeptics, even vegans! Do vegan burgers taste the same as the good old meat burgers? Are they easy to make? 

But trust me, these vegan burger recipes taste even better than the regular meat ones. These vegan burgers will convert even hardcore hamburger fans. Plus, they’re way healthier. 

So, it’s a win for you AND the planet. Let’s dive right into it!

This burger is packed with flavor and texture. It tastes sweet and spicy. The texture of the patty is dense and crispy on the outside, but soft and crumbly inside.

You can cook these patties on the pan or the grill. They stand firm and cook beautifully.

Here’s the recipe:

Preparation Time: 30 mins
Serves: 4

Ingredients

For the patty:

• 1 cup Walnuts
• 1 cup Chickpeas, boiled/canned and drained 
• 1/2 cup Vital Wheat Gluten
• 1 tbsp Vegan Mayonnaise
• 1 cup couscous, cooked
• 1/8 tsp Liquid Smoke
• 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 1 tsp Hoisin Sauce
• 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper

For Frying:

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil

For Basting:

• 2 Tbsp Vegan Barbecue Sauce

For Serving:

• Sliced Red Onion
• Vegan Thousand Island Dressing
• Hamburger Buns
• Sliced Tomato
• Sliced Pickles
• Sliced Avocado
• Lettuce

Preparation

• Blend in all the patty ingredients, except the couscous and the wheat gluten, in a high powered processor.
• Transfer to a big mixing bowl. Add in the couscous and wheat gluten. 
• Knead the mixture for about 10 minutes until it becomes a firm dough. This happens when the wheat gluten activates.
• Divide the mixture into 4 parts. With a round cutter or your hands, create 4 round patties, or 6 if you like them thinner.

• Heat some olive oil in a pan and add the patty. Baste each patty with Vegan BBQ Sauce. Cook on each side for about 5 minutes. Don’t flip it too often.
• Assemble your burger the way you like it.
• ENJOY!

This burger is for people who enjoy crumbly, nutty textures. It isn’t moist, but it still tastes amazing! 

You can store the cooked and uncooked patties in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Mexican Black Bean Vegan Burger

This spicy and juicy Mexican burger will create a fiesta in your mouth!

This burger is a perfect meal to whip up when you’re in the mood for Mexican but don’t want to put in as much effort. It’s so easy!

Here’s the recipe:

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 Onion, Finely Chopped
• 1/2 cup boiled corn
• 1 15oz Can Black Beans, drained 
• 1 cup Walnuts (Optional)
• 3-4 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper

For Basting:

• 2 tbsp Vegan Barbecue Sauce

For Serving:

• Sliced Tomato
• Guacamole
• Cheese Slice
• Sliced Red Onion
• Hamburger Buns
• Lettuce
• Pickles

Preparation

1. In a food processor, add the walnuts and process until granulated. Put aside in a bowl.
2. In a pan, cook the chopped onion and crushed garlic in olive oil till soft.
3. Add this to a food processor along with the rest of the ingredients, except the flour. Once the batter is smooth, add it to the mixing bowl with the walnuts.
4. Add in the flour and knead into a dough.
5. Add flour on a baking tray and divide the batter into 4 smaller balls. Turn each ball into a burger patty, using a round cutter or the bottom of a bowl to press it down.
6. Put the burger patties in the freezer for about 20 minutes to firm them up.
7. Heat a pan with 2 tbsp olive oil and add the patties. Cook each patty on each side for 5-7 minutes, until they brown. Do not flip too much.
8. Assemble your burger with the buns, sliced red onion, lettuce, sliced tomato, guacamole, and pickles.
9. ENJOY!

This burger is moist, rich, and flavorful! 

You can store the cooked and uncooked patties in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Vegan Falafel Burger

Here’s a vegan burger with a Mediterranean twist!

This vegan burger is the definition of a crispy burger. The flavors are fresh and simple, and the recipe is super easy!

Here’s the recipe:

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour (plus more for rolling)
• 1 Onion
• 3 Cloves Garlic
• 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil or any oil of your choice (plus more for frying)
• 1 15oz can of Chickpeas, drained
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 cup Fresh Chopped Cilantro
• 2 tbsp hummus

Preparation

1. In a pan, cook the chopped onion and crushed garlic in avocado oil/olive oil until they start browning.
2. Add it to the rest of the ingredients in a processor and process until it becomes a doughy consistency.
3. Knead into a smoother dough, and divide into 4 smaller balls. Press down each ball with a small bowl or glass to make it a round patty.
4. Heat a pan with 2 tbsp olive oil and add the patties. Cook each patty on each side for 5-7 minutes, till they brown. Do not flip too much.
5. If crispy patties are your thing, put them on a baking tray with parchment paper underneath and pop it into the oven at 400°F (200°C) for another 20-30 minutes.
6. Assemble your burger with burger buns, cheese slice, sliced avocado, crispy lettuce, sliced tomato, ketchup, mustard, and hummus.
7. ENJOY!

This burger is my go-to vegan burger because I love the crispy texture and simple taste. These burger patties are best enjoyed hot and crispy. 

You can store the uncooked patties in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

Vegan Tofu Satay Burger

This burger is great for Tofu lovers! Although I’m not a fan of tofu, I devour this burger anyway because I love its beautiful texture- crispy outside, melt in the mouth inside. And, who doesn’t love a hearty Satay?

Here’s the recipe:

Preparation Time: 60 Minutes
Serves: 3

Ingredients

For the Burger:

• 1 Block Firm Tofu (18 oz or smaller)
• Burger Buns
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Chilli Mayo

For the Marinade:

• 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
• 1 Tbsp Date Honey or Maple Syrup
• 1 Tbsp Peanut Butter
• 1/2 tsp Chili and Garlic Spice Powder

Preparation

1. Dry and press the tofu using a tofu press or keep it wrapped in a muslin/cotton cloth or paper towel with a heavy and flat object on it like a book.
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius).
3. Cut the pressed tofu into four squares.
4. On a baking tray, put parchment paper, and place the tofu squares on it. Pop it into the oven for 20 minutes, flip the tofu over, and bake for another 20 minutes.
5. In a mixing bowl, add in all the marinade ingredients and mix together. Place the baked tofu into this marinade and leave it for a minimum of 20 minutes.
6. Pick up the tofu, drain off the excess marinade, and place it on a heated pan with oil.
7. Cook the tofu a few minutes on each side, until properly browned.
8. Prepare your hamburger buns, adding lettuce, chili mayo, and sliced tomato. Add the Tofu and Voila!
9. ENJOY!

You can store the cooked and uncooked burger patties for 2-3 days in a refrigerator.

Final Thoughts

And there you have it! I really hope you like these Easy, Vegan Burger Recipes.

Feel free to share this article with your friends when they invite you over. You may just get to taste these recipes without the hassle of cooking it yourself! 😉

Leave me a comment if you have any questions and be sure to check our series on Vegan BBQ, where we’ve covered the topics of Vegan BBQ Sauce, Vegan Bacon, Vegan Cheese, and Vegan Chicken.

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