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Mediterranean Veggie Burger Eggplant, Hummus & Garlic Burger

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Eggplants have a wide range of health benefits, including an ability to help build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis, reduce the symptoms of anemia, and increase cognition. An eggplant improves cardiovascular health and protects the digestive system. Eggplant is also good for weight loss, managing diabetes and reducing stress. It is also a great food for protecting infants from birth defects, and even preventing cancer. INGREDIENTS • 15 oz. chickpea, 2 cans, drained and rinsed • 3 cloves garlic • ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for serving • 1 lemon, juiced

• 2 tablespoons tahini sauce • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • salt, to taste • 1 eggplant • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 teaspoon paprika • ½ teaspoon garlic powder • ½ teaspoon red pepper flake • ½ teaspoon salt • ½ teaspoon pepper • 2 hamburger bun • lettuce, to serve • red onion, sliced, to serve

PREPARATION 1. Combine chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, cumin, and salt in a blender and blend until smooth. 2. Slice eggplants into four 1-inch (2 ½ cm) slices. Sprinkle eggplant slices with salt and let sit for 20-30 minutes, then pat dry. 3. In a small bowl, stir together oil, paprika, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. 4. Brush each side of the eggplant slices with the oil and spice mixture. 5. Heat a pan or grill on medium-high heat and cook each eggplant slice for 3-4 minutes per side. 6. Build your burger with the hummus sandwiched between two eggplant slices.

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The Millstone Times

March 2018