Saturday, August 20, 2016

Cooking Garden Veggie Patties Is Easy

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.

Healthy eating habits have come a long way as chefs and regular people have come up with many creative ways to incorporate vegetables into meals. This is good for busy people because they are the main ones who can benefit from having nutritious entrees that take only a few minutes to cook. Although fast food is convenient for people on the run, it is not the best choice to have every day.

There are many types of veggie burgers out there now, both at the grocer and recipes that have been tested in many kitchens. Although soy or tofu products have been the mainstay of vegetarian meals, there are other choices that use a combination of garden vegetables, grains like quinoa or garbanzo beans. Brown rice patties with protein are sometimes a good meatless alternate.

Some who prefer a pure garden taste may use squash, mushrooms, chickpeas or sweet potatoes. These veggies are loaded with nutrients and fiber and have a flavor that lends itself well to other spices. Flavors that are currently on the market include southwestern, black bean, spinach, and smoky barbecue.

Preparation is simple as the fastest way is cook these in a heated pan with a light coat of oil. Cook each side for a couple of minutes on medium heat and enjoy with a bun or alone to eat. These can be heated in an oven but using a grill pan will ensure its firm texture. A deep pan or cooking in the microwave may make it soggy.

The preparation of a veggie patty has some serious advantages over the meat version. Cooking time is much less than making a well done meat patty. There is also less chance of contamination in the kitchen when it comes to the handling of raw meat and surfaces that are susceptible to salmonella.

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.

Healthy sides that are fun are the perfect complement to any veggie burger. Green beans, carrot sticks and cauliflower heads can be dipped in rice flour or tempura batter and fried lightly. While these are not fat free, they are a better alternative to potatoes that are deep fried with heavy salt.

Vegetarian burgers have come a long way, as newer flavors are both colorful and succulent. The taste has also improved as some frozen versions have fewer mystery ingredients or fillers that defeat the idea of having a healthy meal. This type of food is not only good to eat but there are many choices that can satisfy almost any palate.




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