Chia Infused Zucchini Black Bean Burgers

Whenever I encourage my clients
to eat more plant based foods, the most popular response is, “but what
about the protein?” That’s where awesomely magical ingredients like chia
seeds come in handy. Nature’s miraculous formula of essential fatty acids,
protein, and fiber give chia seeds the unique ability to act like a binder
similar to an egg, helping to hold these burgers together, while also provide
a complete protein, in addition to the protein found in the beans and the
zucchini. When a plant provides a complete protein, it means it delivers all
the essential amino acids that your body can’t produce and therefore need to
be consumed in meals. So, whip up a batch of these babies and take them on
your next summer picnic! Read More


Healthy Burger Recipe for Vegans or Omnivores

One of my favorite go-to meal
prep staples that I always try to keep on hand is the “Power
Burger,” made from a healthy burger recipe that can be enjoyed whether
you eat plant-based burgers or traditional ones! And, the benefits of the
power burger for vegans, is that it allows you to turn fake meat like Beyond
Burger or Impossible Burger into a more wholesome, whole food. That’s because
it adds fresh spinach, whole seeds, and oats, making it more nutritionally
complex with added nutrient-dense calories. Read More