Fully Loaded Veggie Burger with Avocado Mint Chutney

This fully loaded veggie burger is packed with flavor and nutrition. The combination of quinoa, black beans, and vegetables creates a hearty and satisfying patty. Topped with creamy avocado mint chutney, this burger is a delicious and wholesome meal for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 whole wheat burger buns
• Lettuce, tomato, onion slices for serving

Instructions:

Use a fork or potato masher to mash the black beans in a large bowl until they are mostly smooth

Red onion, grated carrot, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper should all be added to the bowl

Mix everything together well

Make four equal portions of the mixture and shape each one into a patty

Set a skillet that doesn't stick on medium heat

For four to five minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked, remove from the heat

To make the avocado mint chutney, put chopped mint, lime juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl

Mash the avocado and add the mint

If you want, you can toast the burger buns

Use a lot of avocado mint chutney to cover the bottom half of each bun

Spread chutney on a plate, then add a veggie burger patty

Next, cover with lettuce, tomato, and onion slices

Put the other half of the bun on top

Serve right away and enjoy!

Gluten-Free Baked Oatmeal Bars

These gluten-free baked oatmeal bars are a delicious and nutritious snack or breakfast option. Packed with oats, almond flour, and sweetened naturally with maple syrup and coconut sugar, they are perfect for those following a gluten-free diet.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dried fruits optional

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

A 9x9-inch baking pan should be greased

Put the oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl

Apple sauce, maple syrup, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract should all be added at this point

Mix everything together well

If you want to use chopped nuts or dried fruits, fold them in

Spread the mixture out evenly in the baking pan that has been prepared

After the oven is hot, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and set

Let it cool all the way down before cutting it into bars

Keep at room temperature in a container that keeps air out for up to a week

One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

This Cheesy Chicken Pasta in One Pot is a quick and easy weeknight meal that doesn't need much clean up. It will become a family favorite because the chicken is tender, the cheese sauce is creamy, and the pasta is just right.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cups uncooked pasta such as penne or fusilli
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

Warm up the olive oil in a big pot or skillet over medium-low heat

Put in the minced garlic and diced onion and saut until the onion is soft

Add the chicken pieces and season them with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning

Turn the chicken over and cook until it turns brown

Add the milk, chicken broth, and uncooked pasta and mix them in

Bring up the temperature

Lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the pasta is done and the liquid is gone

Add grated Parmesan and cheddar cheese to the cooked pasta and stir until the cheese melts and becomes creamy

If you want, you can add fresh parsley on top and serve hot