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Baba Ganoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip)
Traditional spices with a creamy base makes this roasted eggplant dip the perfect pairing for pita chips or veggies sticks.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 81 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 2 pounds eggplants (1-2 medium)
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (full fat is best)
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil , divided
- 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt , to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 450°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray
- Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and brush the cut sides with olive oil. Place the cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 35-45 minutes or until the flesh is soft and the skin starts to collapse and can easily be peeled back. The cooking time will vary depending o the size of your eggplant, so check frequently. Set the eggplant aside to cool before handling.
- Scoop the flesh out of each eggplant, discard the skins. Place the flesh in a large colander lined with cheesecloth or a tea towel. Press lightly to get out as much moisture as possible.
- Transfer the drained flesh to a food processor and add the garlic, lemon juice, zest, yogurt, 1/3 cup of the olive oil, parsley, salt, cumin and paprika. Pulse until the eggplant starts to become smooth and ingredients are incorporated.
- Add the tahini in a slow drizzle while the food processor is on, until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Serve with pita slices and veggies.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
81kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Sodium
244mg
(10%)
Potassium
304mg
(9%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
95IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
10.6mg
(12%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 81kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Sodium | 244mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10.6mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.