The Best Vegan Burger Recipe (Easy, Gluten-free) (2024)

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This amazing vegan burger recipe is easy to make with simple basic ingredients and the best veggie bean patty, that’s gluten-free, soy-free, and grillable! It’s flavorful, hearty, rich in protein (about 25 grams protein per burger), and perfect for summertime BBQ grilling to satisfy meat-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans alike!

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If you’re looking for a simple vegan burger basic recipe, look no further because this one is what you need! The burger patties have the perfect texture and will hold their shape so they can be cooked both, on the stove and on the grill!

Furthermore, you’ll love that this recipe is so easy to make and also to customize! While it calls for basic pantry staple ingredients, you can always get creative with the add-ins and flavors or swap out the ingredients with whatever you have on hand.

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Soy-free, Gluten-free, Protein-Rich

And since the burgers have no tofu or seitan, they’re also soy-free and gluten-free. Did I mention each burger (one of four) has about 25 grams of protein?! Trust me, you’ll never buy any fake meat patties again because you’re going to love them in minutes!

Healthy homemade vegan burger patties

These homemade vegan burgers have a thick and meaty texture, taste incredibly delicious, and are also so much healthier than traditional burgers. They’re loaded with protein, fiber, nutrients, vitamins, have no cholesterol, and very little fat, making them the perfect vegan alternative when you crave a true American burger but in a healthier way. You really don’t need any meat or fat to make a delicious burger patty that can be served with crispy French fries, colorful salads, or any sides you like for a perfect summertime dish!

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Use beans, sunflower mince, lentils, veggies – whatever you like to make this vegan burger recipe!

Once you get the basic ingredients needed for these vegan burger patties, you can create your own version by using whatever you have in your pantry! I used a combination of kidney beans and sunflower mince here which is not only quick and easy to prepare but also ensures the best vegan burger texture ever! What I also love about the sunflower mice is, that it’s soy-free, grain-free, gluten-free, low-fat, and protein-rich!

Feel free to use the discount code “bianca10” for ordering the 6-pack sunflower mince or orders that are total above £22 in the wholesozo online-shop!

Alternatively, feel free to use mushrooms, cooked rice, quinoa, potatoes, soy protein, legumes like lentils, or simply add more beans instead to make the patties. You can also try adding additional nuts like walnuts or veggies like carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, red peppers, or sweet potato for more flavor!

Regarding beans, feel free to use whatever variety you want in the recipe, such as black beans for black bean veggie burgers, or kidney, pinto, or regular white beans. Then season with dry spices or fresh herbs, whatever you like!

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How to make Vegan Burger patties

This recipe comes together in just a few minutes! Then you’ll have thick, meaty, super healthy veggie and bean burgers that are 100% plant-based!

Start by sautéing the onions and garlic. In the meantime, soak the flax seeds and the sunflower mince. Place the (gluten-free) oats in a blender or food processor and blend them into flour. Also, drain and rinse the beans, then mash them either with a fork or in a food processor. Then mix in all other ingredients until a moldable mixture forms. Finally, form into patties and place them on a plate.

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You can fry or grill or probably also bake your vegan burger patties, however, I personally found them a bit dry when baked. So if you’d rather prefer to bake them, I suggest brushing them with enough oil or extra barbecue sauce to be sure they stay moist.

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While they cook, you can also prepare the simple vegan burger sauce by stirring together vegan mayonnaise, ketchup, and Sriracha. Once the patties are done cooking, serve with the burger sauce and your favorite toppings on buns. I topped my burgers with additional Homemade BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and onions. However, also coconut bacon, dairy-free cheese, mustard, pickles, relish, etc. make great burger toppings!

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Storage & Freezing instruction

Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. However, they can also be frozen for up to 2 months, so they are great for meal prep! To freeze, cook the vegan burger patties as instructed in the recipe. Set on a plate and allow to cool. Then transfer into a freezer bag or container, placing a piece of parchment paper between each patty so you can remove them individually later), and freeze. When ready to serve, reheat in a preheated oven to 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until warmed through. To speed this up, simply reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

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This best vegan burger recipe is:

  • Egg-less,Meat-less,Dairy-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Soy-free
  • Nut-free
  • Hearty
  • Easy to make
  • Flavorful
  • Satisfying
  • Loaded with healthy ingredients
  • Protein-rich
  • Crowd-pleasing
  • So tasty
  • Better than real Hamburger or Big Mac!

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Looking for more simple vegan barbecue recipe? Then make sure to check out the following:

  • BBQ Jackfruit Pulled Burger
  • Barbecue Cauliflower Wings
  • Crispy Baked Tofu Nuggets
  • Crispy Baked Cauliflower Nuggets
  • Homemade Tortillas (for Tacos, Wraps, Burritos)
  • Spinach Tortillas Recipe
  • Crispy French Fries
  • Vegan Burrito Samosas
  • Turkish Borek (Vegan Spinach Rolls)
  • The Best Pizza Dough

If you try this best vegan burger recipe, please leave me a comment below sharing how you liked the easy veggie bean patties! And if you take a picture of your dish and share it on Instagram, please make sure to tag me @biancazapatka and use the hashtag #biancazapatka, so I won’t miss your post! Happy BBQ season!

Vegan Burger Recipe

Author: Bianca Zapatka

This amazing vegan burger recipe is easy to make with simple basic ingredients and the best veggie bean patty, that’s gluten-free, soy-free, and grillable! It’s flavorful, hearty, rich in protein, and perfect for summertime BBQ grilling to satisfy meat-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans alike!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Lunch & Dinner, Side Dish

Servings 4 Burger

Calories 354 kcal

Ingredients

Vegan Burger

  • 2 tbsp oil divided, for cooking
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 3 tbsp flaxseeds + 3 tbsp hot water
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 (76 g) package sunflower mince 76g (*see notes for alternatives)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) hot vegetable broth to soak the sunflower mince
  • ½ cup (50 g) rolled oats or oat flour (gluten-free as needed)
  • 1 14 oz can (400 g) kidney beans or black beans (rinsed & drained)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 3-4 tbsp vegan BBQ sauce optional for coating

Simple Burger Sauce

  • ¼ cup (60 g) vegan mayonnaise homemade or store-bought
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • sriracha optional to taste

To serve

  • vegetables e.g. lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions
  • 4 Burger buns

Instructions

  • Note:For the best results, I recommend measuring the ingredients in grams. Simply click on the word "metric" right above the ingredient list.Also, make sure to check the step-by-step pictures above!

Vegan Burger

  • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes, or until translucent. Then add the garlic and sauté for another minute, until fragrant. Set aside.

  • In the meantime, crush or ground the flaxseeds, then cover with 3 tbsp of hot water and set aside.

  • Place the sunflower mince in a bowl. Pour the hot vegetable broth over it and stir to coat. Set aside.

  • Put the oats in a food processor or blender and process them into flour.

  • Add the beans, sunflower mince, flax-egg, sautéed onions, garlic, tomato paste, cumin powder, paprika powder, salt and pepper, and pulse a few times, until a moldable dough forms (but do not purée!). (If it’s too dry, add 1-2 tbsp BBQ sauce). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

  • Form the mixture into 4 burger patties, about 1-inch (2cm) thick (or more to make smaller ones). Set on a plate.

  • Heat a skillet (or non-stick pan or grill) and cover the bottom (or grill surface) with the remaining oil (or more as needed). Add the burgers and cook for about 5 minutes or until well browned, then flip and cook from the other side, too.

Simple Burger Sauce

  • Meanwhile, stir together the vegan mayonnaise, ketchup, and sriracha for the Burger sauce. Prepare the vegetables and toast your burger buns.

Assemble the Burgers

  • Brush the burger patties with the remaining BBQ sauce and serve on toasted buns with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, burger sauce or enjoy as they are!°

Notes

  • Ingredients: I used a combination of beans and sunflower mince here which is not only quick and easy to prepare but also ensures the best vegan burger texture ever! What I also love about the sunflower mice is, that it's soy-free, grain-free, gluten-free, low-fat, and protein-rich! Feel free to use the discount code "bianca10" for ordering the 6-pack sunflower mince or orders that are total above £22 in the wholesozo online-shop! Alternatively,you can substitute the sunflower mince + veggie broth with 200 g cooked rice, quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, soy protein, potatoes, lentils or simply add more beans instead. You can also try adding additional nuts or veggies (see blog post for suggestions).
  • Storage: Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
  • To freeze for later, cook the burgers as instructed. Allow to cool, then transfer into a freezer bag or container, placing a piece of parchment paper between each patty (so you can remove them individually later), and freeze for up to 2 months. To serve, reheat in a preheated oven to 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until warmed through. Alternatively, reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Please read my blog post for further information and step-by-step photos!

Nutritions

Serving: 1Burger | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.8g | Protein: 23.4g | Fat: 13.5g

Nutrition is calculated automatically and should be used as estimate.

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FAQs

What can I use as a binder for vegan burgers? ›

Use Silken Tofu, a Flax Egg, or Aquafaba as a Vegan Binder.

It is nice and thick, firms up similarly to how an egg cooks, and it's almost impossible for anything to fall apart when using it. It does need to be blended with water first; not a big deal, just a little less convenient.

Is there gluten in vegan burgers? ›

Many commercially available veggie burgers, veggie sausage links, or textured vegetable protein crumbles contain gluten. Seitan, also known as “wheat meat,” often is used in vegetarian Asian fare. Tempeh may be made with wheat or barley, and tofu may be breaded or flavored with wheat-derived soy sauce.

What makes vegan burgers stick together? ›

Eggs are the most common and effective binder, and egg replacers are an excellent alternative for vegan burgers. Other common binders include wheat germ, bread crumbs, oats, and ground flaxseeds. These are dry ingredients, though the recipe's other ingredients often add just enough moisture to make a sufficient binder.

What is a non egg binder for veggie burgers? ›

Adding flour or oats can help the burgers stick together, without using eggs. Mash everything together well. The more pulverized the veggie burger mixture gets, the better the patties will stick together. (But don't puree them, or the final texture will be off.)

What is a vegan binding agent? ›

Flax seeds (Flax Meal – ground flax seeds), when combined with water act as a glue to help bind ingredients together kind of like egg whites. In fact, they are commonly used combined with water as an egg replacer.

What is the best ingredient to bind burgers? ›

Bind the patty together

If you're going for a leaner meat or adding bulky ingredients (eg spring onions, onions, chillies), add an egg and a handful of breadcrumbs to bind the burgers.

Which veggie burger is gluten-free? ›

Dr. Praeger's. Dr. Praeger's makes a variety of veggie burgers, and over a dozen flavors are gluten-free, including: Mushroom Risotto, Heirloom Bean, Black Bean Quinoa, California Veggie, Kale Veggie, and Super Greens.

Are MorningStar veggie burgers gluten-free? ›

Are MorningStar Farms® and Incogmeato® products gluten free? MorningStar Farms® and Incogmeato® foods are not gluten free. Always refer to the ingredient list on your package for information on the product you have purchased.

Is impossible burger gluten-free? ›

Impossible Burger is certified gluten free so that if you have a wheat allergy, you can still enjoy our mouthwatering meat made from plants.

How do you add flavor to vegan burgers? ›

Finely chopped garlic and shallots add depth of flavor. Crushed walnuts give them a meaty bite. Short grain brown rice, panko bread crumbs, and ground flaxseed help these burgers hold together. DON'T use long-grain brown rice here.

What makes a vegan burger taste like meat? ›

Researchers at Impossible Foods discovered that by adding heme to their plant-based burgers, they could capture a lot of the aromas we associate with meat. They call it their "magic ingredient," and, combined with yeast extract, it does seem to do a pretty good job.

How do you add flavor to a veggie burger? ›

Spices and tomato paste: Smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper combine to make these burgers a little smoky and incredibly delicious. Tomato paste adds color, sweetness, and an umami flavor to the burgers (highly recommended!). Cooked rice: Adds more texture to the veggie burgers.

How do you keep homemade burgers from falling apart? ›

Try to work as efficiently as possible and avoid squeezing too hard, since overworking the beef is a big reason why burgers fall apart. If you don't want to grill them right away, however, throw them in the fridge while you wait – colder burgers are less likely to break down when you cook them.

What can I use instead of breadcrumbs in burgers? ›

For ¼ cup fine, dry bread crumbs, substitute any of these items:
  1. ¾ cup soft bread crumbs.
  2. ¼ cup panko.
  3. ¼ cup cracker or pretzel crumbs.
  4. ¼ cup crushed cornflakes or other unsweetened cereals.
  5. ⅔ cup regular rolled oats (Use this only as a substitute for bread crumbs in meat loaf and other meat mixtures, such as burgers.
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What is a vegan binder to replace eggs? ›

Combine a tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water, stir to combine, and let stand for 5 minutes to thicken. Ground flaxseed emulates eggs' binding qualities in breads, cakes, muffins, cookies, burgers, and vegan meatballs.

What is the best binder for vegan meat? ›

Beans. Perhaps the most common way to bind a vegan burger is by using good old beans. Beans are starchy, and become thick and sticky when mashed. While black bean burgers are quite common, we encourage you to expand your horizons and experiment with the variety that nature has to offer.

How do you bind a vegetarian burger? ›

If you want a veggie burger that holds together, use binding agents like cooked grains (rice, quinoa, millet), eggs, flax eggs, bread crumbs, oats, flour or nut/seed flours like almond flour. The amount of grains or flour will depend on the recipe, but it's usually anywhere from ¼ to 1 cup.

What is a non dairy binder for burgers? ›

Ground flax – for binding, like a vegan egg! Flour – also for binding, but use GF flour if you wish. Breadcrumbs – another binder! Or use oats for gluten free! Start with about 1 cups worth and add more until the mixture comes together.

What can I use as a burger binder? ›

One of the most common substitutes is breadcrumbs, but sometimes the breadcrumbs can fall off when the burgers are cooking if there are too many or they are too dry. Other popular substitutions for eggs include cornstarch, flour, ketchup, porridge oats, cracker crumbs, and ground flaxseed.

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