Hamburguesa de Berenjena

Hamburguesa de Berenjena is a delightful Spanish burger featuring a grilled eggplant patty, packed with flavor and nutrition. This healthy twist on a classic burger is perfect for those looking to enjoy a meatless meal without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Whole grain burger buns - 2
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Avocado - 1/2, sliced

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1-inch thick rounds and sprinkle both sides with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
3. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
4. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, black pepper, and the remaining salt. Brush this mixture onto both sides of the eggplant slices.
5. Grill the eggplant slices for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until tender and grill marks appear.
6. While the eggplant is grilling, lightly toast the whole grain burger buns on the grill for about 2-3 minutes.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a grilled eggplant slice on each bun, topping with sliced tomato, avocado, and a lettuce leaf.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Hamburguesa de Berenjena!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants due to eggplant and tomatoes, which can help reduce inflammation.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding in weight management.

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