Monday, 22 August 2016

Eat Better With Garden Veggie Patties

By Jennifer Martin


When it comes to eating right, some people still believe this is synonymous with starving or eating foods that are bland. In other cases, they may feel that eating the right foods takes a lot of preparation. However, with garden veggie patties, not only is it easy but it takes less time than a burger cooked well.

In recent, vegetable entrees are becoming more popular as people are coming up with new ways to make satisfying meals for people who do not eat meat. Some of these are designed for the busy person who may feel that eating out is the best solution. While it may be one of the fastest ways to get a substantial meal, it should not become a habit.

Vegetarian burger patties come in many varieties for anyone seeking a meatless substitute. While soy is a main ingredient, other brands many use beans or grains as a dairy free binder. Some patties are brown rice based but may use protein to create a texture that is tasty and makes a nice substitute for meat.

Vegetables that make great patties include mushrooms, lentils and various squash varieties. These dense yet starch free choices have many nutrients and, unlike meat, a nice amount of fiber. There are also many flavors that include barbecue, black bean, and southwest to start.

Once ready to eat, all it takes is coating a pan with oil, cooking on a stove top using medium heat and letting it sit for two or three minutes on each side. Another way is to place on a grilling pan and place inside an over that has been preheated at 400 degrees. Let cook for about 20 to 25 minutes so that it will be firm on both sides like a regular burger. Using a baking pan or microwave may give it a soggy texture.

There are many advantages to making veggie burgers besides the health value. The cooking time is significantly less than the meat version. Also, there is a less likely chance of contamination that occurs when handling meat of any kind.

These can topped almost like any other gourmet style burger that is growing in popularity. Onion strings, hummus, and pico de gallo are just some of the items that will make a veggie burger taste special without the excess fat or calories. Condiments like sriracha ketchup, chipotle mayo or hot and sweet mustard make excellent toppers as well.

And side dishes can offer just as many choices. Roasted potato strings, fried onion blossom, or zucchini chips are alternates that provide more nutritional value than deep fried potatoes loaded with salt. Or a person can cut down on cooking time with a side of chilled vegetable sticks.

Every day people are coming up with awesome flavors and varieties of vegetarian burger patties. Most of these are a great improvement over early versions, as they have less oil and fillers that can contradict the purpose of healthy eating. As these become available, more people are getting on board with good eating that has a purpose.




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