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Deceiving Veggie Meatballs

These Eggplant Meatballs are a Deliciously Healthy Beef Alternative

— June 1, 2014 — Lifestyle
If you're looking for a way to substitute meat in your diet but retain the same delicious hearty flavor, these eggplant meatballs offer a delicious veggie substitute to a traditionally meat-based meal.

The delicious food blog Series Eats offers vegetarians and meat lovers a unique way to make meatballs entirely from vegetables. Eggplant, much like a Portobello mushroom, has a similar meat-like taste to it making it a great substitute for meat in recipes like meatballs. To make this recipe all you need to do is mix up eggs, breadcrumbs, spices and add eggplant. To stop the meatballs from turning mushy from the eggplant, add ground walnuts, pine nuts or quinoa so the meatballs retain their shape while you bake them. Feel free to add mushrooms and cauliflower for more veggie flavor.
Trend Themes
1. Vegetarian Meat Substitutes - There is a growing trend of using vegetables as a substitute for meat in popular dishes, opening up opportunities for innovative recipes and products.
2. Plant-based Protein - The use of plant-based ingredients like eggplants and nuts to create protein-rich meat alternatives is gaining traction, creating opportunities for companies to develop new plant-based products and capitalize on the rising demand for plant-based diets.
3. Creative Culinary Alternatives - Developing unique and delicious alternatives to traditional meat-based dishes, such as eggplant meatballs, can attract meat lovers who are looking for healthier and more sustainable options.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry can explore the development of innovative vegetarian meat substitutes and plant-based protein products to meet the growing demand for healthier and more sustainable food options.
2. Culinary Education and Services - Culinary schools and services can incorporate recipes and techniques for creating delicious vegetarian dishes and plant-based alternatives, providing aspiring chefs and home cooks with the necessary skills to cater to the rising demand for vegetarian options.
3. Restaurant and Catering Industry - Restaurants and catering companies can tap into the trend of creative culinary alternatives by offering innovative vegetarian dishes, such as eggplant meatballs, to attract health-conscious customers and capitalize on the popularity of plant-based diets.
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