🍔 The Good Burger – A Whole Lot Better Than Good

🍔By Honey | LivelyByHoney.com HoneyKnowsBest.com

Hey y'all—Honey here! 🐝

Let’s be honest—just because it’s labeled “plant-based” doesn’t mean it’s healthy. So many veggie burgers on the market are ultra-processed and packed with ingredients that leave you wondering if you’re eating a vegetable or a chemistry experiment. Sure, there are cleaner options out there (hey, Dr. Praeger’s!), but when you make your own at home? That’s where the magic happens.

You control every ingredient. You choose the colors, the textures, the flavor. You make it beautiful. And when you serve it up with a vibrant harissa cabbage slaw on a toasted sesame bun? That’s not just dinner—that’s joy on a plate.

This Good Burger is earthy, savory, satisfying, and absolutely worthy of your kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for friends or just yourself (because you’re worth the effort), this one brings flavor, nourishment, and a little creative fun into your day.

🐝 Honey Tip: Make extra and freeze a few patties between parchment sheets—you’ll thank yourself later on a night when you want homemade goodness without the prep.

🍔 The Good Burger – Veggie Patty with Harissa Cabbage Slaw

🌱 Veggie Patty (Earthy, Savory & Satisfying)

Inspired by: Beets, black beans, quinoa, maybe a hint of walnut or oat for binding and texture

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa

• 1 medium beet, grated (raw or roasted)

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and mashed

• 1/2 cup rolled oats (pulse in food processor for finer texture)

• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional but lovely)

• 1/4 cup grated carrot (or sweet potato)

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp finely chopped onion or shallot

• 1 tbsp tahini or olive oil

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: a splash of balsamic vinegar or tamari for depth

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Adjust texture—add more oats if it feels too wet.

2. Form into patties and chill 30 minutes (helps them hold together).

3. Sear in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side, or bake at 375°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

   
   

🌶️ Harissa Cabbage Slaw

A spicy-sweet slaw with North African flair.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded red cabbage

• 1 small carrot, julienned

• 1 tbsp harissa paste (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp maple syrup (balances the heat)

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Whisk dressing ingredients together.

2. Toss with cabbage and carrot. Let sit for 10–20 min to marinate.

   
   

🍅 Assembly Ideas

• Toasted sesame bun

• Optional add-ons: sliced avocado, tomato, pickles, microgreens, or pickled onions

• Serve with a side salad—featuring butter lettuce, Campari tomatoes, carrots, red onion, herbed goat cheese, olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, a drizzle of honey, and a few crushed pistachios or sunflower seeds for added crunch.

With love from my veggie-filled kitchen to yours,

💛 Honey

Encouraging you to live lively, cook boldly, and savor the joy—one beautiful bite at a time.