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Aubergine & spicy beans

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1 aubergine
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1/4 red onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 tin mixed beans
  • 1/2 tin chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 handful cheddar grated
  • 4 large lettuce leaves

Instructions

  • Slice the aubergine lengthways and microwave on a plate for 4 minutes, or until soft in the middle (or bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 180 deg C).
  • Melt the coconut oil in a frying pan on a medium heat.
  • Finely chop the red onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes in the coconut oil until the onions are translucent.
  • Drain and rinse the beans in a colander under running water.
  • Add the beans, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika and chilli to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
  • Once the aubergine is cooked, top with the bean mix and cover with the cheddar. Melt the cheddar in the grill for a few minutes.
  • Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves.