Roasted Vegetable Burger

This Roasted Vegetable Burger is a delightful fusion of Lebanese flavors, featuring a blend of roasted vegetables and spices, making it both nutritious and satisfying. Served on a warm pita, it's a perfect choice for a healthy meal that is bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams
• Eggplant - 100 grams
• Carrot - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Chop the zucchini, red bell pepper, eggplant, and carrot into small cubes.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables, drained chickpeas, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well coated.
4. Spread the vegetable mixture onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Once roasted, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before transferring to a food processor.
7. Pulse the roasted vegetables until they are combined but still slightly chunky. Stir in the chopped parsley.
8. In a small bowl, mix tahini and lemon juice to create a sauce.
9. To serve, place the vegetable mixture onto the pita bread, drizzle with tahini sauce, and fold the pita in half to enjoy.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• High in antioxidants from the variety of vegetables.

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