Baba Ganoush
Smoky, creamy, and undeniably delicious, Baba Ganoush is a Middle Eastern classic that makes the perfect appetizer or snack. This roasted eggplant dip captures the essence of bold flavors, combining tender, charred eggplant with nutty tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. Finished with a sprinkle of paprika, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil, this silky-smooth spread is as visually inviting as it is tasty. Ready in just one hour, Baba Ganoush is a healthy, vegan, and gluten-free dip that pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, crisp veggie sticks, or as a topping for your favorite bowls and wraps. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a solo snack, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants
- 0.333 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prick the eggplants several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the eggplants for about 40-45 minutes or until the skin is charred and the flesh is completely softened.
Remove the eggplants from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Once cool enough to handle, slice the eggplants open and scoop out the flesh. Transfer the flesh to a colander to drain excess liquid.
In a food processor, combine the drained eggplant flesh, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and salt.
Blend the mixture until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl.
Sprinkle the top with paprika and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Drizzle a bit more olive oil on top and serve with pita bread or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 515 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1577 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 7137.2 mg | 39651% | |
| Potassium | 730 mg | 16% | |
*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.
