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Morningstar Vegan Burgers
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by Kaava
on May 18, 2011
I've been eating morningstar veggie burgers often for my super-fast go to meal. Where do these fall in the "processed soy product" spectrum? Should I be avoiding these or eating only as last minute, or are they pretty ok to eat a few times a week? thanks! kaava
In my opinion, a few times a week is really a bit much to be eating such an overly processed soy product, once a week is more okay. If you want a burger that is good for those last-minute meals, I would suggest the organic Sunshine Burgers (I don't care for the other flavors). They are made from only rice and veggies - that's it, no soy, and they're organic. I don't eat any other veggie burger unless I make it myself, or go out to a restaurant.
Every Morningstar product that I've seen is not vegan. The bacon, sausages, chick nuggets etc. all have egg whites in them. I usually eat a burger once or twice a month.
Hi Kaava, I am a huge fan of the taste/convenience/etc of veggie burgers. When I first switched to vegan I was having Yves veggie burgers left and right- but it is really processed and you should try to wean yourself off of them whenever you're ready.
But I have some good news! Black bean burgers are cheaper, fast, and SO much more delicious. I promise you if you try this you won't be disappointed. I still have my burgers several times a week but there's NOTHING bad about it! I'm in heaven!
Okay, so I'll post this recipe on my profile to but all you need to do is get a can (19oz) of black beans from the grocery store (1.99 at most!), 1 teaspoon ginger paste, 3 teaspoons garlic puree (or minced garlic), 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, and 1 1/2 - 2 cups panko, or vegan bread crumbs, or crushed Vegetable Thins!
Sorry Kaava, I ran out of space! Here are the directions!
Drain the can of beans and put everything except for the panko/crumbs/veggie thins into a blender/processor and blend until you have a chunky puree.
Pour in your bread crumbs and mix until it's evenly distributed and form burgers with your hands. I find this recipe makes about 6 burgers. Then you cook each side for about three minutes (three burgers at a time) and you're done. I do this once a week and wrap them and put them in the fridge so any time I am feeling like a burger I can just open the fridge and make one.
Also, from one veggie burger addict to another, I used to be able to have TWO packaged/processed burgers a time before I felt full and with these I am definitely done after just one. It's so good to know I'm eating a healthy alternative and something packed with protein and fiber.
Enjoy!
Thank you Sara! I will be making these tonite! This will save me money as well as keep me from eating the processed freezer "burgers." Plus I will be able to refrain from the egg whites i hear are in the morningstar burgers. I never feel very satisfied after just one veggie burger either.....I'll post here again to let you know how they turn out for me.
Thanks again!!! kaava
I'm going to try that too
I look forward to hearing how it goes for both of you. Annnnnd I just might have one myself for lunch! =]
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