Mediterranean Veggie Burgers

These are a delicious, healthy substitute for traditional hamburgers and a fabulous alternative to the usual store bought frozen veggie burgers. They grill up nicely and freeze well, so you can easily make up a batch in advance an

 

These are a delicious, healthy substitute for traditional hamburgers and a fabulous alternative to the usual store bought frozen veggie burgers. They grill up nicely and freeze well, so you can easily make up a batch in advance and bring to a cookout for a veggie alternative.
Did you know: Quinoa is often mistaken for a grain, but it’s actually a seed. It’s a staple in South American countries and is the only “grain” that is a complete protein, making it perfect for a vegetarian diet.

Ingredients: CLICK HERE

Directions:
Cook rigatoni in large pot of boiling salted water 19 minute until very soft. Drain, measure out 1 1/2 cups very tightly packed rigatoni, and set aside.
Bring quinoa and broth to a boil in saucepan. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 13 minutes, or until slightly undercooked; some of the white germ will have opened, but much of the quinoa will still have a slight bite. Drain, and set aside.
Heat oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, and cook 1 minute. Add garlic, and cook 1 minute more. Set aside.
Process rigatoni and white beans in food processor 1 minute, or until smooth and paste-like (it’s OK if there are a few small bits of pasta still intact). Transfer mixture to large bowl. Stir in 3/4 cup quinoa, broccoli, cabbage, bell pepper, tomato sauce, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and onion-garlic mixture.
Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Mash to combine. Form 6 1/2-cup-sized patties. Brush tops of each patty with canola oil.
Heat grill to high heat. Brush grill topper with canola oil. Place each patty oiled-side down on grill topper. Set grill topper on grill, close grill cover, and cook 6 to 7 minutes. Brush each patty again with oil, and carefully flip. Close grill, and grill 3 to 4 minutes more. Serve with your favorite burger toppings.
(makes 6 servings)

 

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Balsamic Glazed Salmon with Cracked Pepper

Serve this delicious mouthwatering salmon with brown rice or rice pilaf an a green vegetable such as broccoli or spinach for a nutritionally balanced and delicious meal. Salmon, which is known for being high in heart healthy omeg

 

Serve this delicious mouthwatering salmon with brown rice or rice pilaf an a green vegetable such as broccoli or spinach for a nutritionally balanced and delicious meal. Salmon, which is known for being high in heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids, is also extremely high in B vitamins, especially B12 which maintains a healthy nervous system as well as helps form red blood cells.
Did you know: High quality balsamic vinegar is aged for years in wooden barrels, and can be quite expensive. To get the most flavor out of an inexpensive balsamic vinegar, put it in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer down to about half, or until it becomes a thick syrupy liquid. The flavor becomes concentrated and much more flavorful. You can use this anywhere you would use balsamic vinegar.

Ingredients:

Directions: CLICK HERE

Heat a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. Add butter or oil and swirl until hot and coats the pan. Season both sides of salmon filets with salt and cracked black pepper. Add salmon filets to the skillet and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown. If you try to lift up your fish and it sticks, continue cooking until it lifts up effortlessly.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together the honey and the balsamic vinegar until thoroughly combined. Add the vinegar mixture to the skillet with your fish and continue to cook until fish is fork tender and the liquid reduces and thickens, maybe 2 more minutes. For a thicker, more flavorful sauce, continue simmering for 3 to 5 more minutes until desired consistency, but take your fish out of the pan to avoid overcooking while doing so. Let the salmon filets rest for 5 minutes as they continue cooking even after removing from pan. Serve immediately.

(makes 4 servings)