9
Tuna Burgers
1 can (6 ounces) chunk light tuna, drained and flaked
1
⁄
4
cup dry bread crumbs
1
⁄
4
cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons salad dressing or mayonnaise
1.
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes.
2.
For burgers, combine all ingredients and mix well. Shape mixture into two
3
1
⁄
2
-inch patties.
3.
Close lid and cook 5 minutes or until burgers are lightly browned and
heated through.
Makes 2 servings.
Grilled Vegetables on Italian Bread
1
⁄
2
small eggplant, cut into 4 (
1
⁄
2
-inch) slices
1
⁄
2
medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
1
⁄
2
medium onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced or
1
⁄
4
teaspoon garlic powder
1
⁄
2
cup shredded mozzarella or pizza cheese
1
⁄
2
loaf Italian or French bread, about 6 ounces
Italian salad dressing
1.
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes.
2.
Place eggplant, pepper, onion, and garlic on grill. Close lid and cook 5 minutes
or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.
3.
Cut bread into lengthwise halves. Drizzle bread halves with salad dressing.
Arrange vegetables with cheese on bottom half and top with remaining bread
half. Cut into 2 sandwiches.
Makes 2 servings.
“Meatball” Sandwiches
1
⁄
2
pound lean ground beef
1
⁄
4
cup dry Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1
⁄
2
teaspoon dried basil leaves, crushed
1 egg or 2 egg whites
2 crusty Italian rolls, about 7 inches long
1 8-oz. jar spaghetti sauce, heated
Grated Parmesan cheese
1.
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes.
2.
In bowl, combine beef, bread crumbs, onion, basil, and egg; mix well. Shape
mixture into two 3
1
⁄
2
-inch patties.
3.
Place patties on grill. Close lid and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until beef is no
longer pink. Cut each into 8 pieces. Place on rolls and top “meatballs” with
hot spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
Makes 2 servings.
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