BBQ Eggplant

BBQ Eggplant is a deliciously smoky and flavorful dish that captures the essence of American barbecue while being low in carbs. Grilled to perfection and infused with a tangy homemade BBQ sauce, this eggplant dish is both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (approximately 300 grams)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• BBQ sauce (low sugar) - 4 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley (for garnish) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds and place them in a large bowl.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the olive oil mixture over the eggplant slices and toss until evenly coated.
5. Place the eggplant slices on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
6. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the eggplant with the low-sugar BBQ sauce.
7. Remove the eggplant from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
8. Serve the BBQ eggplant garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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