6-Month Anniversary

By Anthony J Sepe

Today is a special day, which belongs to you—the reader! Ninety-four posts later and 6-months strong, “From A Dietitian’s Perspective” is celebrating its anniversary.  The New Lexicon Webster’s Dictionary describes an anniversary as this:  “the yearly return of the date of an event, or, the particular day on which such a return is celebrated.”  Over the past 6-months, how have you enjoyed: Blog: “From A Dietitian’s Perspective,” –share-- what has been meaningful to you.

In celebration of our 6-month anniversary, I’d like to share what I’m having for lunch today, with you:  In my opinion, this is The Best Veggie Burger in the World.

     

Photo Copyright: Anthony J sepe                               Weight Watcher’s

VEGGIE BURGERS

1 tablespoon canola oil, divided

1/4 cup each minced onion, green bell pepper, carrot, and celery

2/3 cup drained canned white kidney (cannellini) beans

1 egg slightly beaten

1/3 cup seasoned dried bread crumbs

1. In an 8-inch skillet heat 1 teaspoon of the oil.  Add onion, pepper, carrot and celery; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally. until vegetables are soft and moisture has evaporated, about 1 minute.  Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Using a fork, in medium mixing bowl mash beans; stir in egg.  Add bread crumbs and vegetable mixture; mix until thoroughly combine.
3. Shape mixture into 4-equal patties. Set patties on plate; cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 20 minutes.
4. In same skillet heat 1 teaspoon of the remaining oil.  Add 2 patties; cook over medium heat, turning once, until browned on both sides and heated through.  Remove patties to plate; keep warm. Repeat with remaining teaspoon of oil and 2 patties.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with lettuce and tomato on a warmed hamburger bun.

Nutrition Information:

171 calories, 4.7g fat, 0.7g fiber

Recipe Source: Weight Watchers

2 points per serving

Bring your appetite to the table! :)