Aubergine Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this delectable Aubergine Spread, a creamy and flavorful dip that’s perfect for any occasion. Roasted aubergines take center stage, their smoky, tender flesh blended with a symphony of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like tahini, fresh parsley, garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon. A dash of cumin adds warm, earthy notes, while olive oil ties everything together in a silky, smooth texture. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, this versatile spread shines as a dip for warm pita, crunchy veggies, or crackers, and also doubles as a delicious sandwich topper. Delight your guests or indulge yourself with this vegan and gluten-free recipe that’s bursting with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large aubergines
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and dry the aubergines. Pierce each aubergine several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Place the aubergines on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until they are soft and the skin is charred.
While the aubergines are roasting, peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
Once roasted, remove the aubergines from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Cut the cooled aubergines in half and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, discarding the skin.
In a food processor, combine the aubergine flesh, olive oil, garlic cloves, juice from the lemon, fresh parsley, tahini, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the aubergine spread to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the aubergine spread as a dip with bread, crackers, or vegetables, or use it as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1240 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2451 mg | 189% | |
| Iron | 10718.6 mg | 59548% | |
| Potassium | 2179 mg | 46% | |
*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.
