Healthy Recipes

Try this healthier version of the classic American hamburger. It makes enough for two, so you can bring a date or bring the leftovers for lunch!

Black Bean Turkey Burger
Ingredients:
5 oz. ground turkey – 93% lean
2 oz. canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tsp. chopped cilantro
1 oz. chopped onion
1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 oz. low fat Swiss cheese
1 green lettuce leaf
1 ¼” slice red tomato
1 whole wheat burger bun

Instructions:
Place the ground turkey, black beans, cilantro, chopped onions and oil in bowl; mix together. Once thoroughly mixed form into the shape of a ball and then flatten to make a burger patty.

Preheat the grill to medium heat. Place the burger on the grill for about 5-7 minutes or until brown on one side, then flip over and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until done.

Once burger is fully cooked, place on bottom burger bun. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato and top burger bun. Cut the burger in half and place a half on two plates.

Corn on the Cob
Ingredients:
1 corn on the cob, cut into halves
2 tsp. Smart balance butter spread with omegas

Instructions:
Place corn on grill and rotate corn on grill till all sides are slightly browned. Spread each corn cob with 1 tsp. butter spread evenly. Plate each corn cob next to the burger and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts (Makes two servings):
Per serving:
Calories: 385
Total Fat: 13.5 g
Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg
Sodium: 335 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 8.5 g
Protein: 26.5 g


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