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Eggplant Burgers with Yogurt

Savory Eggplant Burgers with Creamy Yogurt-Feta Delight

Try these Eggplant Burgers with Yogurt for a flavorful and healthy twist on grilling that everyone can enjoy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 cup Whole-Milk Yogurt Greek yogurt for thicker consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Sumac Substitute lemon juice and paprika if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used
For the Grilled Vegetables
  • 2 medium Eggplant Zucchini can be substituted
  • 1 large Red Pepper Green bell pepper can be used
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Any cucumber variety works
For the Buns
  • 4 slices Sourdough or Ciabatta Buns Gluten-free buns are also suitable
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Regular vegetable oil can also work

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill Brush
  • Vegetable peeler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine feta cheese and whole-milk yogurt. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then refrigerate.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon zest, juice, sumac, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add salt and pepper. Create cucumber ribbons with a peeler and toss in the dressing.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 400°F. Clean and oil the grill grates.
  4. Brush sliced eggplant with olive oil and season. Grill eggplant for 6-8 minutes per side. Grill red pepper until charred.
  5. Toast buns cut-side down on the grill for about 1 minute until golden brown.
  6. Spread the yogurt-feta sauce on the buns. Layer grilled eggplant, red pepper strips, and cucumber ribbons. Top with the other half of the bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Preparing the yogurt-feta sauce in advance enhances the flavors; it can be stored for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

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