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Get ready to celebrate National Veggie Burger Day on June 5th! This day was created to honor the deliciousness of veggie burgers and their impact on meat-free diets. The history of veggie burgers dates back to 1982 when an American scientist, Dr. Stephen Wynn, developed a recipe for a vegetable patty that resembled beef in both taste and texture. Since then, these tasty treats have become increasingly popular with vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1982</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Veggie Burger</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. Stephen Wynn, an American scientist, developed the first known vegetable patty recipe that resembled beef in both taste and texture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Veggie Burgers Enter Supermarkets</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gardenburger, originally a restaurant item, became the first mass-produced veggie burger sold in supermarkets across the US.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mainstream Fast Food Entry</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fast food chains, like Burger King, began introducing veggie burgers to their menus, giving more visibility and acceptance to the alternative burger.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beyond Meat Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>Plant-based meat substitute company Beyond Meat launched its Beyond Burger, a plant-based burger designed to mimic the taste and texture of beef, revolutionizing the veggie burger industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Impossible Foods Success</div><div class='timeline-text'>Impossible Foods, another plant-based substitute company, gained wide success with its Impossible Burger, making plant-based burgers more accessible to the general public.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook a veggie burger</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether you prefer store bought or homemade, cooking your own veggie burger is a great way to celebrate the day. Try something new and experiment with different ingredients or seasonings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a veggie burger party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family together and have everyone bring their favorite veggie burgers along with sides and condiments. Get creative and set up a toppings bar for everyone to customize their burgers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit your favorite restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head out to your favorite restaurant that serves veggie burgers and treat yourself to one of their delicious creations. Most restaurants now offer vegan options as well, so there is plenty to choose from.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Compete in a burger cook off</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local veggie burger cook off and compete against other chefs. Who knows, you may just win! It's also an awesome way to share recipes and ideas with fellow veggie burger lovers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share recipes online</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're not into cooking competitions, why not share your favorite veggie burger recipes online? Share them on your blog or on social media for other people to try.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Veggie burgers are nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Veggie burgers are a great healthy alternative to meat, as they are low in fat and cholesterol but still high in fiber and protein. They are also packed full of vitamins and minerals that can help support a balanced diet!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Veggie burgers are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Just because veggie burgers don't have meat doesn't mean they aren't flavorful. From mushroom patties to black bean sliders, veggie burgers come in all sorts of varieties with interesting and unique ingredients that will make your taste buds jump for joy!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Veggie burgers are versatile</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're hosting a cookout or looking for an easy weeknight dinner, veggie burgers can fit the bill! You can top them with cheese and veggies and serve them on buns, or you can chop them up and add them to salads or pasta dishes for added protein. The possibilities are endless!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Veggie burgers help with achieving dietary goals</h3><p class='facts-text'>Packed with plants, fiber, and often protein as well, a veggie burger can help you fulfill a number of your daily nutritional needs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Different Cultures Influence Veggie Burger Flavors</h3><p class='facts-text'>From spices like Middle Eastern Za'atar to Japanese Teriyaki sauce, the diverse ingredients found in veggie burgers often reflect worldly culinary traditions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The First Veggie Burger Chain was Established in 1985</h3><p class='facts-text'>Known as “Gardenburger,” the business focused on serving vegan patties and building a community around plant-based foods.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Veggie Burgers Make A Large Environmental Influence</h3><p class='facts-text'>The production of veggie burgers uses significantly less water and land and produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions than traditional beef burgers, reducing environmental impacts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Veggie burgers date back to the early 1980s</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gregory Sams, a pioneer in the natural and organic foods industry, is recognized as the inventor of the first commercial veggie burger, the “VegeBurger”, which was launched in 1982.</p></div></div>
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