Eggplant Burger

This Low Carb Greek Eggplant Burger is a delightful and healthy twist on a classic burger, featuring grilled eggplant slices seasoned with Mediterranean spices and topped with a refreshing tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a light meal, this dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium, sliced into 1 cm thick rounds
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Cucumber - 1/2, grated
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Brush the eggplant slices with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
4. Grill the eggplant slices for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have grill marks.
5. While the eggplant is grilling, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped dill in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
6. Once the eggplant is cooked, assemble the burgers by placing a slice of grilled eggplant on a plate, topping it with crumbled feta cheese, a slice of tomato, and some red onion.
7. Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce over the top and finish with another slice of grilled eggplant.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Carb Greek Eggplant Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from eggplant.
• High in protein and low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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