The Best Veggie Burger Toppings: How-to Guide Plus 15+ recipes from Registered Dietitians
Are you wondering how to make your veggie burger taste better? Look no further than this essential guide for how to make the best veggie burger toppings!
As a plant-forward chef and registered dietitian, I know that even veteran plant-based eaters are always on the hunt for quick and easy plant-based meal ideas, so definitely grab your copy of my Plant-Forward Meal Prep Made Easy Guide.
Ready for the best veggie burger toppings around? Fire up the grill (or your stove top) and toss those veggie burgers on!
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Why are veggie burgers good for you?
You are here to find the best veggie burger topping so you probably already know that veggie burgers make a great addition to a plant-forward diet. But allow me to share with you a couple thoughts on why veggie burgers can be good for you!
Easy to make at home for a nutritious meal. (check out my recipe for chickpea burgers).
Simple to freeze and have on hand for quick and easy meals.
Rich in fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals because they are usually packed beans, tofu or tempeh and whole grains.
So now that you know WHY your veggie burger is good for you, let’s talk about how to make a veggie burger taste good. I organized this list by flavor type.
Add some umami to your veggie burger to bump up the “meatiness.”
Umami is the name for the savory flavor in meat, cheese, soy sauce, MSG, mushrooms and tomatoes. Try one of these umami-packed recipes on top of your next veggie burger!
Caramelized Mushrooms
Easy caramelized mushrooms are crispy and delicious, with sweet notes from balsamic and syrup. They add a wonderful umami boost to your veggie burger.
Top your veggie burger with a crunchy or crisp element.
Some veggie burgers have a crumbly or slightly softer texture than a traditional meat burger. Adding something crunchy adds some texture to your veggie burger. Here are some delicious dietitian-approved recipes for crispy burger toppings.
Quick Pickled Red Onions
Learn how to make quick pickled red onions-the ultimate summer veggie burger topping– with a no cook method. It’s a fast, easy, and foolproof way to make refrigerator pickled onions.
A creamy and delicious Greek Yogurt Coleslaw made with a lightened up dressing and crunchy radishes! Great for cookouts and BBQs. Pop some on top of your veggie burger for a great crunch.
This avocado sauce recipe is made with fresh ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to prepare! It is creamy, dreamy, delicious, and oh so good atop a hearty veggie burger.
This yummy, garlicky, lemony, and absolutely delicious edamame hummus is made with simple ingredients and ready for your veggie burger in just 10 minutes, max.
Rich in protein, healthy fats, and easy to make, this edamame guacamole is going to be your new go-to dip. It goes on EVERYTHING including those black bean burgers!
Dash on a spicy or zesty element to your veggie burger if that’s your thing!
The best part is that every culture has a something spicy to offer! Remember that spice does not necessarily have to mean hot, it just means full of flavor!
Jalapeno Cilantro Caesar Dressing
This Jalapeño Cilantro Caesar Dressing is the magical dressing you didn’t know you needed. It’s easy to make, has a classic caesar flavor and will wow you with a subtle kick.
This cilantro garlic sauce is light, fresh, and citrusy, making the perfect sauce that you can use as a salad dressing or drizzle on top a veggie burger.
Crunchy raw veggies like radishes, cucumbers and jicama
Crispy lettuce like arugula or Bibb lettuce
Fried onions
Potato chips
Final thoughts
I hope you enjoyed this list of the best veggie burger toppings and got some inspiration for how to boost flavor and make your veggie burgers taste amazing!
Hi! I'm Christianna Gozzi MA, MS, RD, LD, CDN, plant-foward registered dietitian, culinary expert, writer and owner at Gozzi Nutrition. I'm passionate about helping people transition to plant-based and plant-forward diets with joy and simplicity.
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