At the
GREEN RIVER HEART INSTITUTE, we want your heart-healthy lifestyle to be convenient, fun, and sensible.  An important part of that process is eating healthy, so we've included a number of heart-conscious recipes for your enjoyment.

 

EGGPLANT BHURTA

1 large (1 pound) eggplant, sliced 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick
1 chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely chopped green chili pepper
1 chopped tomato
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt

Grill the eggplant slices until they become black in
color. Remove the skin and mash thoroughly. Heat
the oil and fry the onion for 1/2 minute. Add the chili
pepper and fry for a few seconds. Add the tomato and
fry for 2 minutes. Add the mashed eggplant and salt.
Serve hot with bread or pita bread.

Yield: 4 servings

76 Calories and 1 gram of Fat per serving
13 grams of Carbohydrate, 2 grams of Protein,
151 mg Sodium, 0 mg Cholesterol