Here's why
So many veggie burgers get their flavor from garlic or onion powder, which leaves a kind of after taste--not to mention garlic breath... Buddha Burgers rely on the ingredients and herbs like sage, thyme and parsley. The flavor is subtle and fresh. The best part is that they are made with ingredients that serve a purpose and are health enhancing like quinoa, a grain that is a complete protein. If you aren't familiar with this grain, make a note of it and give it a try. My kids were raised on a diet of quinoa, pink lentils, black beans and arugula.
I now eat meat occasionally (I'll explain why in future blogs), but only in small quantities and it must be organic, preferably grass fed and expertly prepared.
Chrissie Hathor, the owner of Buddha Burger sent me a complimentary container of burgers, with a note and product literature that explained that her veggie burgers are shipped fully cooked, so one can eat them straight from the package. I prefer to give mine a bit of heat in a cast-iron skillet with a few drops of olive oil.
My kitchen started to fill with an appetizing herbal aroma. Good sign.
The Set-Up
I added a dollop of vegan (made with organic canola oil) mayo, a thick slice heirloom tomato and, my one-a-day vitamin: avocado. Yummy!
The burger doesn't overwhelm the other ingredients, in fact, it complements them. Adding humus or pesto would be a very nice combo too.
I have eaten a Buddha Burger everyday since they arrived at my door step (they were shipped packed on ice).
Drop by the Buddha Burger station for a taste
Buddha Burger will be offering mini-veggie burgers at our Family Festival event; be sure to stop by and have a taste. Chat with the owner, Chrissie, whom I have a feeling will have lots to say on the subject of nutrition and how her ingredients are processed (or not processed).
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