Vegan Çipura Izgara

Vegan Çipura Izgara is a delicious plant-based take on the traditional Turkish grilled sea bream, featuring marinated grilled eggplant and zucchini that mimics the texture of fish. Served with a refreshing herb salad, this dish is both satisfying and flavorful, perfect for any vegan seafood lover.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh dill - 30 grams, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Slice the eggplant and zucchini into 1 cm thick rounds and place them in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the marinade over the sliced vegetables, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
5. Grill the marinated eggplant and zucchini for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
6. While the vegetables are grilling, prepare the herb salad by combining chopped parsley, dill, and halved cherry tomatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and a pinch of salt.
7. Once the vegetables are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a minute before serving.
8. Plate the grilled eggplant and zucchini alongside the herb salad and enjoy your Vegan Çipura Izgara.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant and zucchini.
• High in fiber, supporting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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