If you are considering opening a burger restaurant, you already know that burgers are quintessential American food and are deeply ingrained in American culinary culture. However, you probably already know that there has been a decrease in the consumption of red meat in recent years. For this reason, successful burger restaurants are offering customers an alternative to the traditional red meat burger. The following are four options to beef burgers that you should include on your burger restaurant's menu. 

Veggie Burgers

Veggie burgers have been around for quite some time, but in recent years, there has been a significant improvement in their taste and texture. This is due to advancements in food technology and increased demand for plant-based options. Traditionally veggie burgers were made from a blend of vegetables, grains, and legumes. However, more companies are now using plant-based meat alternatives such as soy, pea protein, and mycoprotein to create veggie burgers that mimic the taste and texture of meat. These new products are more realistic, taste more similar to a traditional beef burger, are juicier, and have a similar texture.

Chicken Burgers

Chicken burgers are typically made from ground chicken meat, which is formed into a patty shape and cooked. The chicken is usually ground using dark meat, which has a higher fat content than white meat and can make the burgers more juicy and flavorful. The patties are seasoned with salt, pepper, and other seasonings, and sometimes include other ingredients such as herbs, breadcrumbs, and eggs to bind the meat and add flavor.

Seafood Burgers

Seafood burgers have grown in popularity in recent years, as more people are looking for alternative protein sources and healthy options. These alternative burgers can be made from a variety of fish, shellfish, and other seafood such as salmon, tuna, shrimp, crab, lobster, and many more. Seafood burgers are typically made from ground fish or shellfish mixed with breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices to form patties which are then cooked by grilling, broiling, or pan-frying. Some seafood burgers are also made from minced fish or shellfish and flavored with herbs, spices, and other ingredients.

Turkey Burgers

Often the choice of the health-conscious crowd, turkey burgers are leaner than burgers made with beef and provide a good source of protein. Turkey burgers are also rich in essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, and B vitamins. They also provide omega-3 fatty acids, which can benefit heart health.