Aubergine Mutabal
Elevate your appetizer game with the irresistible flavors of Aubergine Mutabal, a creamy, smoky Middle Eastern dip that’s both healthy and indulgent. This authentic recipe features roasted aubergines (eggplants) blended with rich tahini, vibrant lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, accented by aromatic cumin and finished with a drizzle of olive oil. Garnished with fresh parsley, a sprinkle of paprika, and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for serving with warm flatbreads or crisp vegetable sticks, Aubergine Mutabal is an easy yet sophisticated addition to any gathering, ready in under an hour. Dive into this gluten-free, vegan-friendly recipe to discover a bold, smoky flavor that will have your guests reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium aubergines (eggplants)
- 3 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Pierce the aubergines a few times with a fork and place them on a baking tray. Roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the skins are wrinkled and the aubergines feel tender when pressed.
Remove the aubergines from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins and discard them.
Place the aubergine flesh in a large mixing bowl and mash it with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the mashed aubergine along with the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cumin. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the mutabal and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
Transfer the mutabal to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a swirl pattern on the surface.
Garnish the mutabal with fresh parsley, paprika, and pomegranate seeds.
Serve the aubergine mutabal with warm flatbreads or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.3 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2433 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1774 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
