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5 Vegan Burgers to Grill Up This Memorial Day Weekend

These plant-based burgers pack a protein punch!

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These plant-based burgers pack a protein punch!

Looking for vegan burgers to grill up this Memorial Day weekend? Lucky for you, gone are the days of the cardboard-tasting veggie burger! These bad boys pack protein, texture, nutrients, and taste into each drool-worthy patty. So fire up that grill and grab the condiments. Then hold onto your sustainable vegan hats, because the party doesn’t start ‘til these burgers walk in!

Impossible Burger

Available in pre-made patties or 12oz packs, Impossible burgers go just right with all those yummy summer salads! Weighing in at 19g of protein per serving, this is one hearty plant-based meat. So, go ahead and load it up with all the fixings! We’re talking BBQ sauce, stone ground mustard, vegan mayo, and fried onions. And hey, sriracha, anyone?

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Beyond Burger

The darling of the BBQ is more than just a pretty patty. With 21g of protein per serving, this vegan burger is also gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, and kosher. We’re keeping it simple by serving this as a double cheeseburger with homemade fries. Beyond burgers also pair nicely with a refreshing summer drink. Try a nutrient-rich kombucha or an NA craft beer.

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Dr. Praeger's Plant-Based All American Drive-Thru Burger

This protein-packed patty delivers classic drive-thru flavor—minus the meat. Made with pea protein, sweet potato, and carrots, it’s vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and non-GMO. Grill it up for a juicy, satisfying bite with 10g of plant protein. Even meat lovers will want seconds.

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MorningStar Farms Veggie Grillers Prime Burgers

With 16g of protein and 46% less fat than animal-based beef, the MorningStar Farms Veggie Grillers Prime burgers are just what your cookout needs. Keep it classic with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Or get crazy with grilled pineapple or mac ‘n’ cheese. Either way, be sure to finish off the meal with your favorite vegan ice cream treats.

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Abbot’s Classic Smokehouse Burger

Packed with 22g of clean plant protein, this hearty patty delivers bold, smoky flavors from caramelized onions, mushrooms, and smoked paprika. Made with whole food ingredients like flaxseeds, chia seeds, and oat flour, it's vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and free from artificial additives. Perfect for grilling, it satisfies both health-conscious eaters and flavor seekers.

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Tammie Ortlieb

Tammie Ortlieb

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Tammie is the Managing Editor of VegOut Magazine. She holds a BA in psychology from the University of Illinois and an MS in Developmental Psychology from Capella University, with an educational focus on well-being and thriving. She is the author of five independently published novellas and has been vegan for 20 years.

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