Some days you need a little more umph from your lunch, and this is the perfect solution. A mushroom burger is by nature filling but because its got plenty of fiber and antioxidants you are going to feel energized, not sluggish, after this meal. The acovado and truffle oil are optional if you're eating super clean, but why not treat yourself? This is the perfect example or a rich indulgence that's also healthy and virtuous.

Why it’s healthier: Mushrooms are high in selenium, an antioxidant that helps protect the body against cancer and heart disease as well as boost the immune system.

Healthy ingredients: Beta-glucan, copper, potassium, B vitamins including riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid.

Portobello Mushroom Burger

Why We Love It: Portobellos mushrooms are one of the best meat substitutes since it can take on a similar texture to meat and are easy to digest!
Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 2 portobello mushrooms
  • 1 avocado, mashed
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 spring onion, finely diced
  • Tempeh, cut into thin strips
  • 1 brown onion, sliced thinly
  • 2 buns
  • 4 tablespoons tomato sauce
  • Dash of truffle oil
  • Tamari
  • Coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Wash the mushrooms with the truffle oil and the tempeh in tamari.  Cook all of them in the grill for 8 minutes, both sides.
  2. While they are cooking, combine avocado, lemon, spring onion and some salt together. Set aside.
  3. In a heated fry pan, heat coconut oil and fry up the onions for 3-5 minutes, until soft.
  4. Layer the ingredients - guacamole, mushroom, onion, and sauce — into a quality bun and enjoy!

Nutrition Info: Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

Calories 560 Total Fat 35 g Sat. Fat 10.5 g Fiber 9.5 g Sugars 7.5 g Protein 26 g

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