1. Vegetarian Black Bean Burgers
You will need the following ingredients to prepare for this recipe:
* 1 can of black beans
* 1/2 of an onion
* 1/2 cup of flour
* 2 slices of bread
* 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon of onion powder
* 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
* salt and pepper
Go through the following steps to prepare:
a) Dice the onion, and saute it for around 4 to 5 minutes until it gets soft.
b) Pour the black beans into a large bowl and mash them until they are almost smooth.
c) To the large bowl, add the sauteed onions, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt.
d) Crumble up the slices of bread and add them to the mix.
e) Add the flour to the mixture, a few tablespoons at a time and stirring after each addition.
f) Put a small amount of oil into a frying pan, heat it up.
g) Scoop some of the mixture out of the bowl with your hands, and shape it into a pattie that is about 1/2 thick.
h) Fry the patties until they are firm.
Give it a try, and you will definitely love the taste of the burgers.
2. Tofu Scramble
If you have ever tried vegetarian diet, you will know that tofu is always used as a meat substitute. And, the tofu scramble which we are about to try can be served as a wonderful substitute for scrambled eggs.
You need these ingredients:
* 1 block of tofu, drained and press
* 1/2 yellow onion
* 1/2 green pepper
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon onion powder
* 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
* 1 tablespoon soy sauce
* 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
* 2 teaspoons oil or margarine
Here is how to cook:
a) Cut the tofu into one inch cubes. Then, crumble it slightly with a fork.
b) Dice the onion and bell pepper.
c) Add some oil or margarine to a skillet set to medium-high.
d) Add the onion, green pepper and tofu to the skillet, and cook for 4 or 5 minutes.
e) Add garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, soy sauce, and nutritional yeast to the skillet.
f) Cook the tofu scramble for 6 or 7 minutes, stirring frequently. When it is done, pour onto a plate and enjoy.
You may also add your favorite vegetables to this tofu scramble, just as what you may do with scrambled eggs. Some common choices include tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, and carrots.
Now, do you still have a prejudice against low calorie and vegetarian recipes? In fact, the two recipes in this article are only small examples of thousands of delicious vegetarian recipes out there. You can definitely go for a healthier diet without the sacrifice of your favorite palate.
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