We sat down with certified nutritionist Denise DesBarres to discuss how she integrates more protein into her diet, with non-traditional recipes.
As a single mom, Denise has always strived to make healthy, delicious foods that add as much nutrients possible for herself and her daughter. The below is an extremely versatile dish, perfect for breakfast lunch or dinner, and can be combined with salad, chopped veggies, mashed cauliflower or a side of cooked greens. Check out the recipe below and enjoy!
“I try to have a few of these prepped in the freezer for those days when time is limited. - Denise Desbarres
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Ingredients
1 lb. Ground (OPTION: Chicken, Beef, Veal, Turkey or Tempeh)
1/2 Cups Chopped Onion
3 Garlic Cloves
1 Cup Chopped Spinach
1 Cup Chopped Mushrooms
1/4 Cup Gluten Free Bread Crumbs
1/4 Cup Hemp Seeds
1/4 Cup Nutritional Yeast
1 TSP Jerk Sauce or Jerk Seasoning
1 TSP Your Preference of Seasoning
Pinch of Salt/Pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350.
Finely chop all vegetables and herbs, then place in a bowl with ground protein you've selected.
Mix well, then form into patties. Place on a lightly greased pan or muffin tin.
Cook for 20 mins, flipping over after 10 minutes.
Serve over a bed of greens and top with Garlic Mayo, Sauerkraut or Kimchi.
