Not your typical veggie burger

Grab your buns.

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Today's Ingredients When I'm in the mood for a plant-based burger, I will sometimes splurge on Beyond Meat patties. But that price is almost robbery for only two per pack! So I usually prefer to make my own veggie burgers — more bang for my buck. I've dabbled with variations of beans and lentils but never quinoa, which today's recipe relies heavily on (among other delicious ingredients). Finally, a meat-free recipe for you! First up:   • Food to enjoy: Creamy pasta with chicken sausage and broccoli   • News to know: Um, ever hear of a sour stomach? 😖   • Exercises to try: 4 yoga poses for period cramp relief Fire up the grill! Kenny Thapoung Managing Newsletter Editor   Written by Kenny Thapoung February 18, 2024 • 2 min read Recipe of the Week Crispy cheesy quinoa burgers with avocado cream As someone who eats meat on a regular basis, I actually dislike when a plant-based meal tries too hard to mimic meat's taste, texture, and appearance. I don't know — I think there's something about tricking myself into eating more vegetables by thinking it's "just like real meat" that seems silly. Which is one of the main reasons why I chose this quinoa burger. The seasonings and additions (including cheddar cheese!) don't mask the vegetable flavor — they enhance it. Plus, the sauteed spinach as a topping is an unsuspecting delightful twist! And do NOT skimp on the lime-avocado cream. There's a 70% chance you'll make that your go-to burger condiment for life. Get the recipe Kitchen Kit Hulk smash!       Cuisinart Smashed Burger Press I have to credit Carla Lalli Music for showing me the light! In one of her YouTube videos, she describes how she uses her press to flatten meat so that each side cooks evenly. And everyone knows that cutting into a part-raw, part-overcooked piece of chicken is the worst feeling. Why have I been using a small Dutch oven over my big cast-iron skillet?! SHOP NOW Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health.       the takeout What we're digesting 👄 What mouth cancer looks like. It can appear in several places in and around your mouth. 🧠 One of my favorite foods may improve mental health! So glad I just restocked my fridge. 🫧 Got bubble guts? 13 foods you should try limiting. 🥦 Eating these diets may help improve your immune system in 2 weeks. Load up your plate with more greens, people! Do you have any recommendations for plant-based burgers? Or "meat" balls? Let me know at nutritionedition@healthline.com so I can try them out myself! Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon!   This edition was powered by experimentation.

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