Zucchini Burger with Sriracha & Pancetta is a great addition to the burger rotation this BBQ season. After all, you can never have too many zucchini recipes during the summer squash season.
Shredded zucchini patties combine grated zucchini, diced bell pepper, Panko breadcrumbs and a nice hit of Sriracha sauce. Topped with some crispy grilled pancetta and garnished to your perfection.
Very soon we will be right in the heat of “zucchini season”. Do you grow your own zucchini in the garden? I am not a gardener, but I do visit the Farmers Market on a regular basis from June to October.
I have yet to try stuffed zucchini flowers. I need to hunt some zucchini blossoms down this year for sure. One thing I know, these healthy zucchini patties pair perfectly with my zucchini pickles.
WHAT TO MAKE WITH ZUCCHINI
If you are like me, you can never have too many zucchini recipes. Once zucchini starts to grow, we all know it grows like CRAZY. I still remember my husband bringing home this HUGE zucchini that a co-worker gave him. I called it the great zucchini. It was so BIG that I grated it up, placed it in freezer bags and froze it. I also baked him some zucchini muffins as a thank you.
There are LOTS of great things to make when zucchini frenzy hits (and not just baking with zucchini). Here are a few suggestions:
- zucchini fritters
- chocolate zucchini bread and muffins
- zucchini noodles
- zucchini pickles
- zucchini chips
- zucchini pancakes
Zucchini is such a versatile summer squash. You can use it in so many recipes, and I can find a way to incorporate into delicious meals from breakfast to dessert. YES you can eat zucchini raw!
Zucchini gazpacho is a favourite here (this was our first time trying cold soup). We love turning zucchini into zoodles, and my Greek Zoodle Salad is perfect for all the BBQ parties we seem to have during the season.
HOW TO MAKE A ZUCCHINI BURGER
With BBQ season in full swing, burgers are flying off the grill. You can NEVER have too many mouthwatering recipes in your arsenal. Check out this Homemade Burger Roundup!
Grilled zucchini burgers are easy to make. These healthy zucchini patties include:
- grated zucchini
- bell pepper
- salt & pepper
- Panko breadcrumbs
- egg
- *Sriracha sauce
I posted a picture of this zucchini burger on Instagram after I finished my photo shoot (just before we devoured these for dinner). I asked people to guess what it might be. I got answers like: crab cakes, veggie burger, and someone even said it looked like a frittata on a bun.
You can make this easy zucchini burger recipe well ahead of time. I like to keep them in the fridge for a few hours before cooking. This helps hold them together. I would not hesitate to make them the day before and just let them chill until ready to cook.
One thing we find that works well when you cook these burgers on the grill is using a BBQ cooking mat. The first time we cooked these, we just grilled them on the grate. Unfortunately, the BBQ got to eat these delicious burgers too. If you don’t have a BBQ mat, my next suggestion would be a cast iron grill pan.
Talking about veggie and vegetarian burgers, zucchini in burgers is a fantastic ingredient. Now, this particular zucchini burger recipe is ALMOST vegetarian. Since bacon makes everything better (and we LOVE it), we topped it with pancetta. Feel free to leave it off. As for the Sriracha, adjust to your liking. If you want to turn up the heat, add more.
Grated zucchini blends well with lots of great options too. Try adding ground turkey, black beans, quinoa or even rice. Believe me, you WILL NOT run out of zucchini burger variations.
Courgette is the BRITISH name for zucchini. Did you know that? No wonder Jamie Oliver always refers to it as courgette. I’m not sure which name I like best.
Zucchini season is here. Add this great Zucchini Burger with Sriracha & Pancetta to your burger selection this summer. Happy Grilling!!
Not into veggie burgers? Give this salmon burger recipe a try instead.
Do you have a favourite zucchini recipe?
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Zucchini Burger with Sriracha & Pancetta
Ingredients
- 10 ounces grated zucchini (skin on)
- 3 ounces bell pepper (diced, any colour)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- salt & pepper (to taste)
- 3 ounces pancetta (optional)
Instructions
To make the Zucchini Burgers:
- Grate the zucchini and place in a metal sieve. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and let drain for 25 minutes.Rinse with water to remove salt, and squeeze out excess liquid.
- Place drain zucchini in a mixing bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Form into 2 balls, giving a squeeze to remove any remaining liquid.
- Form into 2 patties approximately 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches in diameter.
- Place on wax paper. You can place these in the fridge until ready to use (even overnight).
To cook the Zucchini Burgers:
- Heat the grill to medium-high.
- Use a grill mat for best results.
- Grill burgers approximately 5-6 minutes per side.
- Will burgers are cooking, you can grill your pancetta at the other end of the mat.
- Remove cooker burgers and place on buns. Top with pancetta. Garnish with your desired ingredients.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Information
Kelly Anthony
This Zucchini Burger with Sriracha & Pancetta is going to be the perfect sub for red meat! On a strict diet at the moment and love flavorful subs. Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well I hope you can work this into your diet…I think you will love it.
Ana
What a great idea on how to eat zucchini! I just planted some and usually get tons of zucchinis and never know what to do with so many lol! I’m going to make this. Thanks for the recipe!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
If you have zucchini in the garden, you really need to make these.
Linda
Oh yay! Can’t wait for zucchini season to come and this burger also makes a great addition to summer BBQ, too.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…I know we sure will be.
kallee
I am always looking for ways to use up pletiful zucchini. I never thought of burgers. They looks delicious.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well add this you your list of zucchini recipes. You won’t be disappointed.
Kate
This is such an interesting recipe! I actually usually find zucchini kind of boring, but this is a fun way to use it. I am saving this recipe for my next cookout 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
There are so many ways to use zucchini. Give this a try. It is far from boring.
Patti
One year, I planted too much zucchini, and we were harvesting 20 pounds per week from our small backyard garden. I wish I had this recipe then. There’s a zucchini jelly recipe as well as zucchini relish. Both are very good. I agree with your Instagram followers. It does look like a frittata on a bun. I love the pancetta on top. I’ve pinned this recipe for when my zucchini harvest starts rolling in this year. I see these in my grilling future.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…zucchinis grow faster than weeds. ENJOY!
Stefani
What a creative way to use zucchini in the summertime! We usually just grill them on their own, but I love this idea. Zucchini is so healthy, and I love the burger option you brought!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give these fun and delicious burgers a try.
Rachel
Yes! I love recipes like this because they show how good plant based meals can be! I just want to reach into my screen and grab this burger. My meat loving husband said the same thing! Awesome recipe!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. These really are healthy and delicious.
Toni | Boulder Locavore
I love it! Packed full of delicious flavors!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
We have to agree with you. ENJOY!
Trish Bozeman
I am a total sucker for a good homemade veggie burger! We are in the process of buying our first house and I’d love to plant some zucchini to have for the late summer. I know what I’m making first! 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well you will need lots of great recipes for sure. These are amazing. Sure hope you give this recipe a try.
Debra
I’m always keeping an eye out for healthy veggie burgers. Wholesome and unique ingredients makes this a great find! We definitely have an abundance of zucchini every year and I am pinning this to have something different to make when that happens.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY! I know we will be making our fair share of these burgers too.
Mimi
A fantastic way to grill at party! I am saving this so I can try it as soon as I run my first BBQ event. And I can’t wait to dive into the world of zucchini flavors – it is so good!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I can’t wait for BBQ season. I know these tasty burgers will be happening a lot during the summer. ENJOY!
April
Absolutely agree – zucchini burger will have it own special place in the list of BBQ burgers. I can’t wait for the season to start – it will be a great opportunity to try this recipe.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Such an economical burger to make. A great place for all those zucchinis for sure.
Jori
Thanks for the heads-up on the bbq mat. I didn’t know those things existed! My grill would’ve definitely gobbled these up, too.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
YES a mat is a MUST with this recipe. You would hate for the BBQ to eat them instead of you.
Sean@Diversivore
I think that anyone who grows zucchini is going to agree with your assessment that one can never have too many zucchini recipes. If only every vegetable was so prolific! I’ve always liked zucchini but not really LOVED it, you know? I think it’s the water content. That’s why I was intrigued by this recipe – grating, salting, and draining the zucchini and then working it into a burger sounds really interesting. I’m always hunting for a new veggie burger (or veggie-heavy burger) idea, and there are SO many out there, but I’ve not seen a zucchini one yet, and I’m eager to try it. Love the colour and pop from the bell peppers too.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is such an economical burger, especially during zucchini season. Hope you give these a try. Be sure to use the BBQ mat. You would hate for the grill to eat these burgers instead of you.
Dana
I love zucchini patties! Zucchini is one of the most versatile veggies out there. Yet, despite the amount of fritters and latkes I’ve made, I would’ve never thought to do up burger patties. Love this!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well if you love fritters and latkes….you will certainly love these too. ENJOY!
Jayashree
This is definitely new to me and loved the idea of zucchini here. Nice idea.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. Hope you give this recipe a try.
Maman de sara
What a great way to use zucchinis!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I totally agree you need LOTS of zucchini recipes. Hope you give this one a try.
Amanda
What a delicious burger! I love the sriracha and pancetta additions. They add such great flavor. Thanks for the recipe!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
It really is such an economical way to feed a family. All you need is that HINT of bacon on this delicious burger.
Marisa F. Stewart
What a great idea for a low calorie sandwich that is loaded with flavor. I’m so glad we can get zucchini throughout the year and it isn’t expensive. I’m looking forward to making me a great sandwich – and we do have a mat to use on the grill.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Zucchini is so economical. I am so looking forward to grilling season.
Karyl Henry
It does kind of look like a fritatta LOL! I’m loving all the vibrant colors in this burger. I’ve got quite a bit of zucchini in the fridge, and this looks like the perfect way to use some of it
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes I rather liked that guess. Hope you give this a try to use up some of your zucchini.
Lois Christensen
Saving this recipe for when my garden is overflowing with zucchini! Looks yummy and a perfect Meatless Monday meal.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes (minus the pancetta)….and a great way to use ALL that zucchini.
Emmanuella Sjögren
This looks delicious and fresh! I love how you snuck pancetta in for us bacon lovers? I grow a lot of my own summer veggies like tomatoes, carrots rhubarb etc but not zucchini though I get tons of from my mother in law. She always end up with way too much and
so this will definitely be on my of recipes to make this summer. Gorgeous pictures!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Zucchini grows like crazy. You always need lots of recipes to use it up.
Jeannette (Jay Joy)
I didn’t know that once zucchini starts to grow, we all know it grows like CRAZY. I am excited because I have been thinking about growing some in my garden.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
OMG…they can grow MASSIVE. Have fun with your garden. You will need this recipe, trust me.
Julie Menghini
This burger just screams summer to me. I sure wouldn’t have thought to come up with this delicious burger but it’s sure on my radar now!. I’ve really cut back on my gardening but zucchini is so easy to come by in the summer and like you stated can really go a long way.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
These are a great way to use zucchini for sure. Economical too.
Danielle Wolter
i don’t grow my own zucchini, but my boyfriends parents do and we always have so much zucchini. This is a great way to use some of it I can’t wait to try these!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes, the gardeners are always giving away zucchini. This is a great recipe for it.
Jolina
I agree, you can never have enough zucchini recipes! They’re just so versatile. We’ve never tried zucchini burgers before though so thanks for the tips. Luckily we have a grill mat 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give this recipe a try. I know we will be eating a few (dozen) of these this summer.
Arlene Mobley
This looks like a delicious way to use up all that summer zucchini. I bet they would freeze well also.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
HAHHA….to be honest I have never tried to freeze them. They don’t last long here.
Denise
I am excited to try this! Especially in summer when we have zucchini coming out our ears. Love the use of sriracha and pancetta too!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes, so much zucchini and so many great recipes to use it too. ENJOY!
Jere Cassidy
Yeah, a new recipe for zucchini. This just has to be super good. I love all those flavors.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. Hope you give this delicious recipe a try.
Veena Azmanov
Healthy and super delicious option to this amazing Burger. Love it for Dinner.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I can’t wait to make these on the grill…they are so good.
Noelle
Every part of this recipe is great, love zucchini and sriracha makes everything perfect!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is a fun and delicious recipe. The perfect way to use all that zucchini. Hope you give it a try.
Jacqueline Debono
Your zucchini burgers look scrumptious! Going to add them to my BBQ to make list! I’m also a big zucchini fan and some years grow my own. You definitely need to try zucchini flowers, so divine!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I am going to hunt some zucchini flowers down this summer for sure. Can’t wait to try them.
Chef Mireille
these zucchini burgers look so healthy and delicious. A great burger for the summer barbecue season!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
You can never have too many burger recipes. This is a fun twist for sure.
Lisa | Garlic & Zest
My daughter would love to have this for dinner — especially with that crispy pancetta. This is a great lightened up burger — just in time for swimsuit season.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
These are super delicious, and zucchini is the star of the show. ENJOY!
jordin
Zucchini is all the rage right now and it’s time for me to hop on the trend, can’t wait for this to be my first recipe i try out! looks delicious
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
OMG you really got to give these burgers a try. You will be amazed at how delicious they really area.
Stine Mari
This zucchini burger looks AMAZING. When I read through this blog post I am truly looking forward to Summer and all things zucchini. You’ve got a lot of fantastic zucchini recipes.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. I cannot wait for burger season, and all the zucchinis too.
Jenni LeBaron
I love the idea of these burgers as an alternative to traditional meat patties. We are trying to not be so reliant on meat being the focal point of dinner and also packing our meals with plenty of veggies, so these fit nicely. I love that they have aplenty of flavor and color packed in them.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
These are a great alternative to a traditional meat burger for sure. Also budget friendly.
Deryn
Yum, these sound fantastic. Have you ever tried making them without egg? I wonder if they’d hold together with a flax egg? The flavours sound great!
Homemade & Yummy
I have not tried without the egg….they come apart pretty easily. Your best bet is to make them an put them in the fridge to firm up before grilling.
Jyothi (Jo)
I love zucchini in so many ways. I can never say no to such amazing healthy burger. Sriracha and pancetta definitely makes a favorite addition here
Homemade & Yummy
These burgers are super delicious and a great way to use zucchini.