Gone are the days when the term “veggie burger” was synonymous with borderline inedible hockey puck-like disks. Over the last few years, a widespread increase in plant-based eating has led both big brands and food bloggers to invest plenty of time and energy toward developing vegan burgers that are as good as the real thing. While we love a Beyond Burger, we also can’t deny that they’re quite highly processed, and sometimes we prefer to make our own. Read on for some of our favorite veggie options we’ll be grilling up all season long:
Vegan Burger
Made with a base of nuts and legumes, these plant-based burgers by Loving it Vegan are packed with protein and fiber. Some couscous and vital wheat gluten enhance the mixture to create a hearty texture, while liquid smoke and plenty of spices ensure that this burger is anything but bland.
Balsamic Portobello Burgers
As if balsamic marinated mushroom burgers weren’t enticing enough, this recipe by Minimalist Baker takes them to a new level with the addition of homemade garlic aioli and caramelized onions. The result is a sweet, savory, and indulgent burger that even serious meat-eaters are sure to enjoy.
Vegan Hot Dogs
“Veggie” usually just means free of animal products, but this recipe by Love and Lemons swaps meat for actual veggies. Whole carrots are gently steamed before marinating overnight in a mixture of apple cider vinegar and tamari. Throw them on the grill for a few minutes, top with some mustard and relish, and you’ve got a hot dog so delicious you’d never know it was a carrot.
