Charred-Eggplant and Beef Burgers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Charred-Eggplant and Beef Burgers is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Part lean beef, part eggplant, this low-calorie burger offers the best of all worlds. Shaving extra-sharp cheddar cheese on top makes a small amount go a long way. For the best texture, cook the burgers to medium.

Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
14 oz. ground chuck
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns
vegetable oil
Coarse salt
1/4 c. ketchup
1/4 c. chopped dill pickles
3 tbsp. nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
4 oz. green-leaf lettuce
1 large tomato
2 oz. extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Heat grill to high. Char eggplant, turning often, until cooked through and soft, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Cut eggplant in half, and scrape flesh into a fine sieve set over a bowl; discard skin. Let stand for 2 hours to drain. Coarsely chop eggplant.
Stir 1/2 cup eggplant into beef; reserve remainder for another use. Divide mixture into 4 equal pieces. Shape each into a 3 1/2-inch patty (about 3/4 inch thick).
Reheat grill to high. Grill buns, cut sides down. Brush both sides of burgers with oil, and season with salt. Grill until charred, about 4 minutes per side for medium (3 minutes per side if using a grill pan).
Meanwhile, mix together ketchup, pickles, yogurt, and mustard. Spread some sauce onto each bun half. Top bottom buns with lettuce, tomato, then burgers. Shave cheese onto burgers using a Microplane zester. Sandwich with remaining bun halves. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charred-Eggplant and Beef Burgers good for PCOS?

Yes, this Charred-Eggplant and Beef Burgers recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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