A little reason to celebrate
National Veggie Burger Day
Food ยท June 5
A food day for the veggie burger, the patty built from beans, grains, vegetables or soy, and the many ways people stack and serve it.
National Veggie Burger Day falls on Saturday, June 5, 2027. That is 221 days away.
A veggie burger is a patty made without meat, usually from some mix of beans, grains, vegetables, nuts or soy, shaped round and cooked like its beefy cousin. It goes on a bun with the usual company: lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, a sauce of choice.
The category is wide. A black bean patty is soft, earthy and a little smoky. One built on chickpeas leans nutty. Mushroom and lentil versions bring a deep, savory flavor, while a patty of grated carrot, zucchini and herbs tastes plainly of the garden. Some modern patties are designed to look and taste as close to meat as possible, and others make no attempt and are happier for it.
Homemade veggie burgers have one famous habit. They can fall apart. Cooks hold them together with mashed beans, cooked grains, breadcrumbs or egg, and many chill the shaped patties before cooking so they firm up. A hot pan and a patient spatula help too, since flipping too early is how a burger becomes a scramble.
People mark the day by grilling a batch for friends, ordering one at a favorite diner, or trying a recipe they have been meaning to get to. Toppings are where the personality shows: avocado, roasted peppers, a fried egg, a sharp cheese, a swipe of chipotle mayonnaise.
A toasted bun makes a real difference here, giving a soft patty something sturdy to lean on.
Ways to celebrate
- Try making black bean patties at home and chill them before cooking.
- Order a veggie burger at a local diner or burger spot.
- Taste two different patty styles side by side.
- Experiment with a new topping, like avocado or roasted peppers.
- Share your favorite veggie burger recipe with a friend.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday, June 5 |
| 2027 | Saturday, June 5 |
| 2028 | Monday, June 5 |
| 2029 | Tuesday, June 5 |
| 2030 | Wednesday, June 5 |
Also on June 5
- National Gingerbread Day
- National Black Bear Day
- National Bubbly Day
- Hot Air Balloon Day
- National Trails Day
- National Moonshine Day
Categories: Food days