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Roasted Eggplant
Roasted eggplant is a tender, smoky, and versatile vegetable dish that can be enjoyed on its own, blended into dips like baba ganoush, or added to a variety of recipes for depth and flavor.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 64 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants sliced into ½-inch rounds or cubed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- fresh herbs like parsley or basil for garnish
- Lemon juice or balsamic glaze for finishing optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Wash the eggplants and cut them into ½-inch rounds or 1-inch cubes for even roasting. If desired, sprinkle the pieces with salt and let them sit for 20–30 minutes to draw out bitterness. Rinse and pat dry.
- Place the eggplant pieces in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the eggplant in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the pieces are not overcrowded.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through. The eggplant should be golden brown and tender.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with lemon juice or balsamic glaze, if desired, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm as a side dish, salad topping, or part of a main course.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
64kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
0.1g
(0%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
388mg
(16%)
Potassium
12mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
0.03g
(0%)
Vitamin A
83IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
0.01mg
(0%)
Calcium
2mg
(0%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 64
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 64kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 388mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.03g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 83IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.