I'm not a vegan or vegetarian... but I was at Costco reflecting on burger patty options in the freezer section... I dislike the texture of the "meat imitation" brands and felt like trying something new...

I hate to admit it, but, as I've gotten older, I feel more and more guilty when I binge on a big greasy burger ... but I still want the dressed up experience sometimes.

I'm surprised to say I finally found a veggie patty I actually like.... It's just a formed patty of actual veggies not trying to pretend to be something else.. Organic, 270 calories, 18% fiber, 7g protein, a little high on the sodium at 24%, but not terrible considering.. Lots of good chipotle flavor and a "meaty" bean texture. 7 min in the air fryer and done. $1.40 each.

Mandolin for really thin veggies, swiss cheese and (imitation) Cane's sauce. Brioche buns also from Costco, .75ish each? So around $3 for a burger that scratches the itch, no greasy clean up, no guilt and done in 7 mins... I think maybe 500 calories ish.

Just wanted to share! :) My new go-to, at least at home for convenience