Keto Spicy Eggplant Burger

The Keto Spicy Eggplant Burger is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the rich, smoky taste of grilled eggplant with Moroccan spices. Topped with a zesty yogurt sauce, it's a delightful low-carb alternative to traditional burgers.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Greek yogurt - 100g
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sliced tomatoes - 1 medium
• Fresh mint leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1.5 cm thick rounds and place them in a bowl.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant slices and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Grill the eggplant slices for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until they are tender and have grill marks.
5. While the eggplant is grilling, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, and mint in a small bowl. Season with salt to taste.
6. Once the eggplant is done, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
7. Assemble the burger by placing a grilled eggplant slice on a lettuce leaf, topping it with crumbled feta cheese, sliced tomatoes, and a generous dollop of the yogurt sauce.
8. Finish with another eggplant slice on top and wrap it with the lettuce leaf to serve. Enjoy your Keto Spicy Eggplant Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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