# Spicy Veggie Sliders These Black Bean Butternut Vegetarian Sliders Come With Chipotle Ketchup By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-11-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetarian-burgers References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2014/11/black-bean-butternut-sliders-with-chipotle-ketchup/) If you are looking for a recipe for vegetarian burgers, these [veggie sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daves-hot-chicken-mini-sliders) are next level fancy. From How Sweet It Is, the black bean butternut sliders and chipotle ketchup also have a fun autumnal twist to them for those who want to enjoy cheeseburgers even when it's too cold to break out the barbecue on a regular basis. Blogger Jessica notes you can substitute sweet potato for the butternut squash in the event you are over squash, don't like it or simply don't have it on hand. The [miniature sized vegetarian burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-bacon-cheese-slider) are also topped with havarti cheese because yum. She added some cilantro and brushed the buns with melted butter and garlic salt as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vegetarian Sliders:** The increasing popularity of vegetarian lifestyles presents an opportunity for innovative plant-based recipes like these sliders. - **Autumnal Twist:** Adding seasonal flavors and ingredients to classic dishes like burgers introduces a unique and trendy twist that appeals to consumers. - **Gourmet Fast Food:** Combining high-quality ingredients with convenience and speed creates a niche for gourmet fast food that satisfies a demand for both taste and convenience. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can develop and market innovative vegetarian and seasonal menu items like these sliders to appeal to the growing demand for healthier, plant-based options. - **Quick Service Restaurants:** Quick service restaurants can explore the trend of gourmet fast food by adding high-quality menu items to their fast food offerings to cater to consumers who seek tasty and convenient dining options. - **Artisan Food:** Craft food businesses can create artisanal vegetarian and seasonal products to differentiate themselves from mass-produced food products and appeal to consumers who seek unique and high-quality options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Black Bean Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actual-veggies-black-bean-patty.md) - [Delectable Veggie Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delectable-veggie-burgers.md) - [Textural Veggie-Rich Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actual-veggies-burgers.md) - [Meat-Free Cauliflower Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daves-not-chicken-cauliflower-sliders.md) - [Chickpea Masala Veggie Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-masala-veggie-burger.md) - [Vegetarian-Friendly Convenience Store Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7eleven-black-bean-burger.md) - [Premium Slider Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdcall.md) - [Vegetarian Peppercorn Oil Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bingz-healthy-veggie.md) - [Asian-Inspired Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-inspired-sliders.md)