With its myriad variations, the hamburger consistently ranks among the most popular sandwiches in America, with at least five states considering it the top dog, or beef, as the case may be.

You can also add in more good fats by garnishing your burger with a few slices of avocado. Get plenty of turkey burger ideas for your next backyard cookout from Food & Wine's guide.

When it comes to burgers, most of us first think of meat. But wait, if you are a vegetarian or even a vegan, should you completely ditch the idea of a burger and only resort to dull-looking salads?