Smoky Greek Eggplant Pita Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant, sliced into rounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 whole wheat pita bread
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Dairy-free tzatziki sauce (optional, for serving)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture onto both sides of the eggplant slices.
3. Grill the seasoned eggplant slices for about 3-4 minutes per side, until tender and grill marks form.
4. While the eggplant is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute per side.
5. To assemble the sandwiches, place a few slices of grilled eggplant inside each pita pocket.
6. Top with diced tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion slices, and fresh parsley.
7. Drizzle with dairy-free tzatziki sauce if desired.
8. Serve the smoky Greek eggplant pita sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Nutritional Information

Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 890mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

_{Note: The nutritional information is estimated based on ingredient availability and portion sizes. For exact values, please consult a nutritionist.}