15 Burger Recipes That Go Beyond Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickle

Growing up in Minnesota, I spent many a summer day and evening out in the backyard, sitting next to my grandpa near the grill and enjoying the heat and smoke with a glass of lemonade. My grandpa’s favorite thing to grill was salmon, but as a picky eater and stubborn granddaughter, I would often request either a burger or hot dog. I usually got what I wanted, but of course the salmon was also there, my family always urging me to try it, me always politely refusing, burger already in my mouth.

As an adult, I’ve had many fewer summer evenings around the grill but never lost my taste for a good burger. These 15 are my favorites, using ground beef, turkey, chicken, bison, and even black beans, so there’s something for everyone—even a picky granddaughter. And while there are plenty of choices for grillers, you’ll find options to cook indoors on the stove and even the air fryer.

If you want to branch out even more with your burgers this summer, try some creative toppings, and don’t forget to read up on how to grill the best burgers—a little refresh is never a bad idea!