Fideos de Berenjena

Fideos de Berenjena is a delightful low-carb Spanish pasta dish featuring thinly sliced eggplant, sautéed with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. This dish is both hearty and healthy, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 100 grams, spiralized or julienned
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Wash and slice the eggplant into thin strips. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for about 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Rinse and pat dry the eggplant slices, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
4. Add the diced red bell pepper and spiralized zucchini to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring regularly.
5. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 170
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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