20 of Summer's Best Hamburger Recipes (2024)

•ADD A KICK: Baste the meat with Worcestershire sauce during the last 2 minutes of cooking for an extra-savory punch.

•SPECIAL SAUCE: Get your swirl on: Gently fold BBQ sauce, sriracha or hoisin through mayonnaise for a tasty streaked effect.

•FRIZZLED ONIONS: Slice shallots, separate into rings, then coat in flour. Fry in oil over medium heat until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate (they'll crisp as they cool).

•GLAZED BACON: Cook 8 slices bacon until crisp, then brush with 2 Tbsp thin BBQ sauce and let set for 3 minutes before piling on your burger.

•THE TASTIEST MELT: Go beyond American with Pepper Jack, smoked Gouda or crumbled blue cheese.

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Get the flavor of Southern barbecue without the mess with these mouthwatering burgers.

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Ground coffee gives these barbecue-inspired burgers a kick.

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This classic recipe is simple and satisfying, made with a combination of ground sirloin and chuck and just a smattering of salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.

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You don't need a ton of fancy ingredients to make a spectacular burger. Just wrap a patty in bacon before grilling, then serve it with lettuce, tomato, onions and a simple sauce.

Recipe: BLT Burgers

This healthy meal gets a burst of flavor from Middle Eastern spices.

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One part grilled cheese, one part slider, Katie Lee's patties will surely hit the spot.

Recipe: Katie Lee's Logan County Hamburgers

Black beans make these vegetarian burgers both hearty and full of flavor.

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Try this twist on a basic burger recipe: Stuff it with crispy bacon and sharp Cheddar cheese.

Recipe: Glazed Bacon-and-Cheese-Filled Burgers

The meat-like mushroom is a super stand-in for beef, and with all the veggie toppings, your belly is bound to be bursting after one sandwich.

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Grated lime adds zing to the robust flavors in these salmon patties, which are made with red bell pepper, cilantro, fresh ginger, garlic and red curry paste and served with a lime-flavored soy sauce.

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Topped with a crunchy, tart, tangy slaw and rich, creamy blue cheese, this juicy pork burger deliciously combines contrasting flavors and textures for an at-home gourmet experience.

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Get out of the kitchen quick with this superfast supper. Amply seasoned burgers get an extra punch of flavor from chipotle chili-spiked barbecue sauce.

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This spiced-up burger is finished with warm, melty blue cheese and balsamic-soaked red onions lend an extra flavor kick.

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Looking for a healthy burger recipe? This one is super quick and easy to make, plus it's great for your heart.

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Tart, tangy, and sweet, pickled red onions and Chinese hoisin sauce make a surprisingly flavorful but simple topping for lean chicken burgers.

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Go Mediterranean with this simple take on souvlaki, a popular Greek street food that pairs meat with grilled vegetables on a skewer or pita. This version is open to all sorts of interpretation: Layer it in a pita pocket or on crisp baguette, or try using ground lamb instead of beef and adding crumbled feta to the cucumber relish.

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One bite of these flavorful and healthy salmon burgers—seasoned with pickled ginger, sesame oil and soy sauce—and you'll breeze right past the freezer section next time you're looking for a quick weeknight fix.

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