5 Big & Juicy Burger Recipes

Now that the warmer weather is finally upon us, try these 5 Big & Juicy Burger Recipes during your next cookout!

5 Big & Juicy Burger Ideas

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You know what makes for the best summer cookouts? An amazing burger!

There’s sure to be something for everyone in these yummy burger recipes! Before we delve into them, there’s one bit we need to discuss first… a surefire secret weapon to the best burger. Homemade Burger Seasoning!

Homemade Burger Seasoning

Shopping List:

½ Tablespoon Cumin
2 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
½ Tablespoon ground Black Pepper
1/4 cup Salt
2 Tablespoons Paprika
½ Tablespoon dried Basil
½ Tablespoon dried Parsley
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Dry Mustard

Instructions:

First, mix all of the ingredients together.
Then, use 3/4 tablespoon per 1 pounds Ground Beef.

*This is a really cute summer hostess gift idea to bring to any cookout or gathering you are invited to! Just make it ahead of time, and place the seasoning in a cute decorative jar with a DIY customized label like, “Smith Family Burger Seasoning”.

Mini Cheeseburgers Recipe

Shopping List:

1 pound Ground Beef, seasoned with favorite seasoning
Bacon
Cheddar cheese slices
Lettuce
Pickles
Cherry Tomatoes, cut in half

Instructions:

First, preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Then, use about 1 Tablespoon of seasoned meat and make a perfect meatball.
Next, place on a lined baking sheet, and bake for 15 minutes.
In the meantime, cook bacon slices, and drain on paper towel.
Assemble burgers on toothpicks, starting with tomato, pickle, bacon, lettuce, cheese, and burger.

Egg in a Hole Burger

Shopping List:

3 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon Sriracha
Bacon slices
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 lb. Ground Beef
Salt and black pepper
Eggs
Hamburger buns
Lettuce
Cheddar Cheese

Instructions:

First, in a small bowl, mix together the mayo and Sriracha.
Then, in a large skillet, make the bacon, and drain on a paper towel.
Next, season the ground beef with salt and pepper.
Form the beef into a patty.
Then, using a small glass, cut out the center of the patty to create a donut.
Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat, and melt the butter.
Add the burger, and cook for 2 minutes on each side.
Crack an egg in the center of each burger, and then cook, covered, until the whites are set.
Add dressing to hamburger bun. Add the burger and toppings.

What Are Some Burger Recipes for Vegans and Vegetarians?

Whether or not you are a vegan or a vegetarian, you might have one as a guest at one of your cookouts, so it’s good to have some options readily available, like the Black Bean Burger recipe below!

I am not a vegetarian or vegan myself, but I have tried these meatless sausages and meatless burgers, and they are sooooo good! They taste just like the real deal, but are vegan and vegetarian- friendly.

Black Bean Burger

Shopping List:

1/2 Green Pepper
A (16 oz) can of Black Beans
1/2 small onion
2 cloves Garlic, peeled
1 Egg, beaten
2/3 cup Bread Crumbs
1 Tbsp Chili Powder
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 tsp Cumin

Instructions:

First, drain and rinse the black beans, and mash well in a mixing bowl.
Then, in a food processor, chop the green pepper, onion, and garlic, until finely chopped.
Nest, drain the mixture to remove all the water.
Add the mixture to the bowl with the black beans.
Fold in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Add beaten egg and mix.
Stir in bread crumbs, and form into burger patties.
Using a well-oiled skillet, cook for 4-5 minutes on each side.
Serve with favorite dressing and toppings.

Avocado Burgers

Shopping List:

1 pound Ground Beef
An Egg
Italian Breadcrumbs
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 Avocado
Hamburger Buns

Instructions:

Start by combining ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
Then, make hamburger patties and cook on grill or in hot pan.
Serve with hamburger bun and sliced avocado.

Gluten Free Burger Dressing Options

When hosting a cookout, it’s good to be conscious of any potential allergies that guests might have, and prepare for them if you can.

If you have guests with gluten allergies, there are plenty of gluten free hot dog buns and gluten free hamburger buns to choose from. When preparing the burgers, be very careful not to have any cross-contamination with any wheat and gluten products. Even a crumb can make someone with a severe gluten problem sick. Also, don’t just think of buns when considering wheat products that are involved with hamburgers. If you use bread crumbs in your homemade burgers, make sure you use gluten free breadcrumbs.

Double check the labels of your condiments, too. Some are gluten-free, and others are not. Certain vinegars in condiment ingredients can contain gluten or wheat, depending on the grain they are sourced from.

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More Summer Recipes

Nothing beats fun in the sun with friends and family! Check out these delicious summer recipes and try them during your next cookout:

What’s your favorite burger topping? Comment below!

5 Big & Juicy Burger Ideas

Homemade Burger Seasoning

Mini Cheeseburgers Recipe

Egg in a Hole Burger

What Are Some Burger Recipes for Vegans and Vegetarians?

Black Bean Burger

Avocado Burgers

Gluten Free Burger Dressing Options

Some of Our Favorite Kitchen Products

More Summer Recipes

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