Let’s be frank: Ketchup, mustard and relish are the classic hot dog toppings, but they can get boring. There are a ton of fun and unique ways to garnish your hot dog and below are 10 of our favorite ideas.
Bacon wrapped hot dogs—Enough said.
Nacho dogs—Nacho cheese, refried beans and jalapenos make up this spicy dog. Sprinkle some crumbled tortilla chips or Fritos on top and you’ve got yourself a party.
Taco dog—Salsa, lettuce, guacamole, shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream make up this Mexican dog. To be extra festive use a tortilla instead of a bun.
Bruschetta dogs—Use Italian bread instead of a bun and rub olive oil and garlic on it before topping the dog with tomatoes and basil. Add shredded mozzarella for the perfect touch.
French onion soup dog—Caramelized onions, Swiss cheese or another cheese to prepare a creamy dip, and fresh thyme make up this unique take on the popular soup.
BLT dog—Bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on top of your dog make up this delicious take on the popular sandwich.
BBQ dog—Top your dog with barbeque sauce and coleslaw for an extra summery taste. And don’t forget to add bacon for additional yumminess because seriously who doesn’t like bacon?
Pizza dogs—A fun twist on a classic pizza includes marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, sprinkled parmesan, dried oregano and an optional meat topping if desired.
Garden dog—For the veggie lovers out there, top your dog with avocado, cucumber, lettuce, carrots, corn and sprouts to make it nutritious and light.
Mac and cheese dogs—Delectably self-explanatory.
And there you have it, our top 10 unique hot dog toppings. What are yours?