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20+ crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

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The Ultimate Burger Image by: Jeff Coulson Author: Irene Fong and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen Source: Canadian Living Magazine: July 2015

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20+ crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Whether it's classic beef or an alternative (elk, anyone?), burgers are a summer classic. Here are our very best recipes so you're sure to please every guest at your table.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

The Ultimate Burger

Up your grill game this summer with our juiciest, most crave-worthy burger ever.

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Image by: Jeff Coulson

Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Turkey Club Burgers

The classic turkey club gets an upgrade in this burger, featuring our Caramelized Onions and homemade buns.

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Image by: Maya Visnyei

Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Sweet, Sour and Sultry Turkey Burgers

Ground turkey is a lean alternative to beef. Keep the burgers moist and flavourful with this simple sweet-and-sour barbecue sauce.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Turkish-Style Lamb Burgers

Boost burgers with the intense, delicious flavours of the Middle East. Pomegranate molasses, also called grenadine molasses, is found in Middle Eastern or specialty grocery stores. Its thick texture and sweettart flavour make it an ideal glaze for these burgers.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Beef and Lentil Burger with Cilantro Lime Mayo

Serve these burgers to people who don't like lentils and they'll soon be converted! The beef and lentil combination gives them a tender texture, and the jalapeno supplies a spicy kick.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Elk Burgers with Caramelized Onions

Ground elk is a lean and tasty alternative to ground beef. Chopped bacon adds a bit of fat to make these burgers ultra-tender, while red wine brings out the richness of the elk.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Butter Chicken Burgers

Torn between butter chicken and burgers tonight? Why not have both at the same time? Be sure to use thick curry paste (not sauce) to keep the burgers moist but not sloppy. Serve them in kaiser rolls and top with plain Greek yogurt, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers, and lettuce leaves.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Pork and Chorizo Burgers

These tender, super flavourful burgers use fresh chorizo sausages found in the meat department, not the dry cured chorizo from the deli section. Can't find manchego cheese? Use Pecorino-Romano instead.

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Image by: Jeff Coulson By: The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Lamb & Feta Burgers

This Greek-inspired burger is packed with bold flavours and served on our homemade buns.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Waughburgers

The trick to these burgers is the mix of condiments in the burger. Feel free to explore a variety of condiments to make this recipe your own.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Steakhouse Sliders

These sliders are packed full of all your favourite steakhouse flavours, like sautéed mushrooms, garlic and steak sauce. Sliders make perfect appetizers, but this recipe can easily be adapted to full-size burgers for a main meal.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Broccoli Cheddar Veggie Burger

Veggie lovers, rejoice! These patties pack plenty of flavour and texture. We promise: You won't miss the meat.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Tahini Falafel Lettuce Burgers with Cucumber Salsa

Serving these super-size falafel in lettuce leaves makes them extra-light (and gluten-free!), but if you don't mind the extra calories, use pitas or hamburger buns. Customize the toppings to your taste—sprouts, thinly sliced red onion and pickled turnip are all great options.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Lemon Herb Shrimp Burgers

With the cabbage topping and homemade tartar sauce, these tender burgers taste like a fresh, healthy version of a fish-and-chips dinner.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Fish Burgers With Light Tartar Sauce

Cod is a lean fish that is low in fat but high in protein and other important nutrients. Try serving this dish with creamy cabbage salad.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

Veggie lovers, rejoice! These patties pack plenty of flavour and texture. We promise: You won't miss the meat.

Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM & BLUE CHEESE BURGERS

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

FRESH SALMON BURGERS

Enjoy these moist and tasty fish burgers with Burger Topping Recipes: Tart-Sweet Cucumber Pickles. If you can find them, use less expensive tail pieces and remove any bones with tweezers.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

DELUXE TOFU BURGERS

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

HERB AND CRANBERRY TURKEY BURGER WITH CARAWAY COLESLAW

Adding a bit of water to the burger mix helps keep this lean turkey juicy. There's no need for condiments when you have this crunchy coleslaw topping. If you don't want the bun, just serve the burger on a bed of slaw.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

BAKED TROUT BURGERS WITH TARTAR SAUCE COLESLAW

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

CURRIED PORK BURGERS

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

JERK CHICKEN BURGERS

Jerk barbecue sauce adds a Jamaican touch to this burger. This sauce is milder than jerk seasoning, which is a paste to use in moderation. Jerk barbecue sauce and its counterpart, jerk marinade, are available in supermarkets.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

GRILLED PORTOBELLO AND CHEESE BURGERS

Meaty, dense portobello mushrooms are a delicious substitute for hamburgers – even for meat lovers. Mushrooms are like sponges because they absorb water, which is why cleaning them with a damp paper towel is all that's necessary.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

REUBEN BURGERS

Dill pickles and thick-cut potato chips are the perfect accoutrements for this European-deli-inspired burger. Serve on pumpernickel buns or kaiser rolls.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

LAZY CHEESEBURGER SLIDERS

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

SALMON AND CAPER BURGERS WITH DILL CUCUMBERS

A refreshing alternative to beef burgers, this salmon version is flavoured with tangy lemon juice and grainy mustard. For an even lighter dish, replace the sour cream with Greek yogurt.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

THE BIG CL BURGER

Skip the drive-thru line with our all-beef patties, stacked high for a double dose of meat and topped off with cheese, pickles and our lip-smacking burger sauce.

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Crowd-pleasing burger recipes from beef to seafood and everything in between

THE BIG CL BURGER

Skip the drive-thru line with our all-beef patties, stacked high for a double dose of meat and topped off with cheese, pickles and our lip-smacking burger sauce.

Get the recipe here.

 

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