veggieburger

Plant-based burger alternative

A veggieburger is a patty made from vegetables, grains, legumes, or other plant-based ingredients, shaped and served like a hamburger: I'll have the veggieburger with extra pickles.

The term covers everything from black bean patties to modern meat substitutes designed to mimic beef.

Also spelled veggie burger.

diet

plant-based

Sourced from flora

nutritious · wholesome · fiber-rich · cholesterol-free · heart-healthy · low-fat · cruelty-free · sustainable · gluten-free

protein-base

soy

Protein-rich Asian bean

  • tofuCoagulated soy milk block
  • tempehFermented soybean patty
  • seitanFlavored wheat gluten

blackbean · lentil · chickpea · quinoa · portobello · jackfruit · pea · falafel · edamame · mushroom

ingredients

patty

Flat minced meat disc

onion · pickle · cheese · ketchup · mustard · mayonnaise · sesame · avocado · sprouts · jalapeno

grilling

barbecue

Slow-cook over coals

spatula · tongs · charcoal · cookout · smoke · flames · marinade · charring · propane · tailgate

dining

diner

Casual American eatery

  • takeoutRestaurant food for elsewhere
  • friesDeep-fried potato strips
  • sliderAdjustable interface element

restaurant · menu · combo · drive-thru · counter · tray · wrapper · delivery · cafeteria

Opposites
protein source

veggieburgerhamburger

Ground beef sandwich

bison burger · lamb burger · venison burger · turkey burger · cheeseburger

dietary philosophy

veggieburgerbarbecue

Slow-cook over coals

charcuterie · animal protein

Family

veggieburgers

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G