Memorial Day is the perfect time to fire up the grill and gather with friends and family. And what’s a BBQ without some amazing burgers? We’ve rounded up some great burger recipes that will make your cookout a hit. From classic beef to creative twists, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.
BBQ Beef Beet Burgers
Topped with smashed avocado and goat cheese, these BBQ beef beet burgers are perfect for your Memorial Day BBQ, adding a special touch to the grill.
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Blueberry BBQ Brie Burger
This brie burger, with sweet and tangy blueberry BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, and fresh arugula, will make your Memorial Day cookout memorable.
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Cheddar Cauliflower Burgers
These vegetarian cauliflower burgers, stuffed with cheddar cheese and topped with pickled red cabbage and cilantro pesto, are great for your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Elk Burgers
Easy to make with ground elk meat and simple spices, these juicy elk burgers are a tasty choice for your Memorial Day grilling.
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Bison Burgers
Lean ground bison makes these classic American burgers juicy and tender, topped with melted cheddar and a great burger sauce, perfect for your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Grilled Halloumi Burgers
This grilled halloumi lamb burger, packed with fresh herbs and topped with caramelized red onions and sun-dried tomato pesto, brings Mediterranean flavors to your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Indian Chicken Burgers
These Indian chicken burgers, topped with refreshing yogurt cucumber slaw, are a flavorful beef alternative for your Memorial Day grill.
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Spicy Bacon Chickpea Burgers
Mix up burger night with these spicy bacon chickpea burgers, adding a fun twist to your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Turkey Burger Sliders
Upgrade your next BBQ with these juicy ground turkey burger sliders, perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection.
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Bacon Blue Cheese Burger with Roasted Garlic Aioli
This bacon blue cheese burger, loaded with roasted garlic aioli, bacon jam, and caramelized onions, is how a Memorial Day burger should be made.
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Feta Lamb Burgers & Lemon Mint Aioli
These juicy lamb burgers, paired with feta and lemon mint aioli, are done in 20 minutes and are a great choice for your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Venison Burgers
These juicy, moist venison burgers are fast and easy, perfect for cooking up a tasty meal on Memorial Day.
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Grilled Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers in a Pretzel Bun
Try these grilled buffalo burgers with gorgonzola, served in a pretzel bun, for a new flavor experience at your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Save some calories and still enjoy great flavor with these air fryer turkey burgers, perfect for a fun family meal on Memorial Day.
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Juicy Chicken Burgers
These chicken burgers, featuring a tender patty, beet hummus, creamy avocado, and soft bun, are great for a summer barbecue.
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Alaskan Salmon Burgers
Topped with melted cheddar, fresh arugula, peppered bacon, and zesty mayo, these salmon burgers are a flavorful choice for Memorial Day.
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Wagyu Beef Cheeseburger
This rich and juicy Wagyu beef cheeseburger, with wasabi mayo, melted gruyere, caramelized onions, and arugula, brings a gourmet touch to your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Bacon Egg Brooklyn Burger
Customize this Bacon Egg Brooklyn Burger with melted cheese, fried eggs, and tomato slices to please everyone at your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Easy Mediterranean Hamburgers
Mix up hamburger night with these Mediterranean burgers, topped with roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and arugula, perfect for your Memorial Day grill.
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Easy Greek Burger
Dress up your burger with Greek flavors like tzatziki, lettuce, red onion, roasted red peppers, and tomatoes for an easy Memorial Day meal.
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Juicy Lucy Cowgirl Cheeseburger
The Juicy Lucy Cowgirl Cheeseburger features a cheese-stuffed patty with a Texas twist, perfect for your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Whiskey Burgers
Topped with melted cheddar, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and mushrooms in a sweet and savory glaze, these Whiskey Burgers are a must for your Memorial Day BBQ.
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Grilled Onion Bacon Cheddar Burger
This thick and juicy BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, topped with Coca Cola caramelized onions, is bursting with flavor for your Memorial Day grilling.
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Elvis Burger
The Elvis Burger combines a juicy patty with creamy peanut butter, crispy bacon, and caramelized banana for a flavor-packed Memorial Day treat.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
