There lies an interesting problem before some people while implementing a healthy eating plan though they seem to know all the facts and benefits of a healthy eating habit and balanced diet.
The problem is basically of two types while implementing a healthy eating plan.
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Many people think low calorie and vegetarian recipes are probably boring and bland. But, truth is, they can be tasty, healthy alternatives to some of your favorite dishes. This article is going to share with you two examples of such recipes.
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 Follow the steps below for cooking: a) Dice and saute the onion for 4 to 5 minutes to make it soft. b) Pour the black beans into a large bowl and mash them until they are almost smooth. c) Add to the mashed black beans with 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. Keep stirring after each addition. f) Add a small amount of oil into a frying pan, and 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. You will be surprised how good these burgers taste. 2. Tofu Scramble As you may probably know, tofu is used as a substitute for meat in many vegetarian recipes. The tofu scramble can be served as a great alternative to scrambled eggs. The following will be needed to prepare this dish: * 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, and crumble it slightly with a fork. b) Dice the onion and bell pepper. c) Add some oil or margarine to a skillet, and set the heat to medium-high. d) Add the onion, green pepper and tofu to the skillet and cook for 4 or 5 minutes. e) To the skillet, add garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, soy sauce, and nutritional yeast. f) Cook the tofu scramble for 6 or 7 minutes, and do not forget to keep stirring all the time. When this finishes, pour the scramble into a plate and get ready to enjoy! You can also do with the tofu scramble whatever you may do with scrambled eggs, such as adding vegetables like tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, and carrots. If you just give a try to these two recipes, you will be convinced that low calorie and vegetarian recipes do not have to be bland or boring. In fact, there are thousands of vegetarian dishes out there that are tasty, easy to make, and yet good for your health.
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