Heart-Healthy Aubergine Spread
Rich in bold flavors and brimming with wholesome goodness, this **Heart-Healthy Aubergine Spread** is the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Made from roasted aubergines (eggplants) blended with creamy tahini, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, this velvety spread delivers a delightful balance of smoky and tangy notes. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off roasting time, it's an easy yet flavorful addition to any meal. Garnished with fresh parsley and drizzled with heart-healthy olive oil, this Mediterranean-inspired dip is not only vegan and gluten-free but also packed with nutrients and antioxidants. Serve it with whole-grain bread, pita, or crunchy veggie sticks for a nourishing appetizer, snack, or party favorite. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious twist on traditional spreads, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Aubergine (eggplant)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the aubergines and pierce them multiple times with a fork to allow steam to escape during roasting.
Place the aubergines on a baking sheet and roast them in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes until the flesh is soft and the skin is charred.
While the aubergines are roasting, peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.
Juice the lemon and set aside.
Once the aubergines are done roasting, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
Cut the roasted aubergines in half and scoop out the flesh into a large mixing bowl, discarding the skin.
Add the minced garlic, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the aubergine flesh.
Using a fork or an immersion blender, mash and blend the mixture until smooth and all ingredients are well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Chop the parsley finely and stir it into the aubergine spread.
Transfer the aubergine spread to a serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve the spread at room temperature with whole-grain bread, pita, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1235 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2436 mg | 187% | |
| Iron | 10717.3 mg | 59541% | |
| Potassium | 1923 mg | 41% | |
*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.
