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Paleo Chicken & Kale Burgers

11/24/2014

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One thing I really like to do when I am in the mood is make a big batch of healthy food. That way there is always something nutritious in the fridge that I can quickly cook up when I am time poor or just not in the mood to spend too much time in the kitchen! My  paleo chicken and vegetable burgers are one of my favourites for just that. They are also really brilliant for anyone wanting to avoid or reduce their carbohydrate intake. Serve them up with a big, green salad and you have a tasty, delicious low carb meal that is really satisfying. Don't be afraid to play with the size of the burgers and the vegetable content. You can make smaller burgers that really hit the spot as a mid arvo snack that will keep feeling full and nourished until dinner. Try mixing up the flavours too, add some different herbs to create a Moroccan or Thai taste.

This recipe is an absolute favourite with kids and adults alike for snack or lunch. My daughter loves hers served in a sandwich with home made tomato sauce for a delicious, filling school lunch. Pop a couple in your favourite  My Green Lunch Box container with some salady bits and you have a super tasty lunch right there.

Nutritionally speaking there is also a lot to
love, they pack a protein punch to help balance your blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full. There is also 3 different vegies in here, that always makes me happy :) Kale is, of course, one the superfoods of the moment, with plenty of very good reasons.
Kale is rich in iron and per calorie, has more iron than beef. Iron is essential for good health, such as the formation of hemoglobin and enzymes, transporting oxygen to various parts of the body, cell growth, proper liver function and more. It also has more calcium than milk per calorie, which aids in preventing bone loss, preventing osteoporosis and helps maintain a healthy metabolism. High Vitamins A, K and C and with a rich sulphur content that supports the detoxification pathways of the liver, it is little wonder kale is is known as 'The Queen of Greens':) One of the great things about these burgers is that you will hardly notice the sneaky vegetables throughout, making them an ideal food to help you hit your daily vegie quota. They are also just plain yum. Enjoy.
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INGREDIENTS

300 grams organic/free range chicken mince
2 cups chopped sweet potato
2 cups spinach/kale/silverbeet
1 cup chopped broccoli
onion
2 cm cubed ginger
1 organic egg
salt and pepper to taste

Fry diced onion and ginger. Set aside when done.
Steam vegetables.
Once vegetables are very soft place in mixing bowl and 'mash'. Add onions and ginger along with chicken mince and combine all ingredients.
Crack egg into a cup and beat with fork.
Add beaten egg to all ingredients in mixing bowl and stir through.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Form patties and fry in olive oil until golden brown.

*You can also bake smaller rissoles in the oven or try adding fresh coriander to mix.

* Refrigerate left over uncooked patties.

Add salt and pepper to taste.


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    Lindy Cook is The Nutrition Guru. She works in private practice and runs regular Health & Wellbeing Workshops in the workplace.

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