As the years go by, society realizes that health is one of the most important points in life. For this reason, healthier alternatives to the products of a lifetime are sought. Proof of this is the creation of leggings, a new vegetable meat made from carob. It should be noted that it has been the work of two researchers from the CSIC and that its name comes from the brand that is going to market it. Are you willing to open your diet to this new meat substitute? It is an unbeatable opportunity!
What is the leggie?
This new meat is made with a base of cereal and vegetables. But, among all of them the carob, a very typical Mediterranean product whose production has a very low water and carbon footprint. And it is that this food was already used as animal supplement in ancient times. Or even as a last resort in times of scarcity. Actually, that has been its role until very recently. But, now, it is being valued for all its culinary possibilities.
Furthermore, the leggings It is a food with an appearance and texture very similar to meat. But, with the main advantage that it is much more healthy. In addition, it is low in natural fat and does not have any cholesterol. Coupled with all this, it has a production much more sustainable than conventional meat. After all, the researchers Marta Miguel and Marta Garcés have managed to create a spectacular product that is going to market in the next few weeks.
Leggie main advantages
Although you have already been able to verify that the leggings it has exceptional nutritional qualities, there is one that stands out above the others. And this is his high in dietary fiber, whose consumption is in deficit in Spain and in other European countries. This condition helps prevent various chronic diseases. In addition, its main benefits are the increase in Feeling full or the delay in the absorption of glucose y cholesterol.
It should be noted that the ingredient is protected by industrial secret and the product will be marketed under license by the food company MRM. On the other hand, the researcher Marta Miguel herself has assured in various interviews that the alternatives to meat from vegetable sources that are currently on the market are heavily processed. So the new leggings is the perfect alternative to have a totally natural without additives.
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Great culinary potential
It is important that you know that this new meat will be commercialized packaged using technology of high hydrostatic pressures. This is so to avoid the use of preservatives, as confirmed by the researchers themselves to various media. In addition, they have highlighted that, together with all the nutritional properties it has, this product is characterized by its sensoriality and its easy adaptation to numerous recipes and dishes. In addition to his Easy to use.
What this means is that the leggings it has an improper versatility of this type of food. And it is that, it can be used in numerous culinary preparations, from which you can choose pizzas, salads, stuffed empanadas, lasagna, hamburgers or meatballs.
A success
El leggings was presented last week at a press conference where everyone agreed that the launch of this product is a <strong>success</strong>. Above all, regarding the technology transfer from the laboratory to the food industry is concerned. Thanks to the start-up of a technology-based company of the CSIC and Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, this project has been able to develop with full guarantees. In addition, an agreement has been reached with a specialized organization in the sector for its commercialization in large stores and supermarkets both nationally and internationally.
Did you know the great alternatives that exist to meat? Without a doubt, the leggings It is one of the most beneficial as it does not have additives or other unnatural elements. Would you be able to give him his place in any of your elaborations? It can make you forget about meat without missing its flavor and presence. It's time to create a healthier diet!
