Heart-Healthy Baba Ganoush
Elevate your appetizer game with this Heart-Healthy Baba Ganoush, a wholesome twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip. Packed with nutrient-rich roasted eggplant, creamy tahini, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this recipe is a flavor powerhouse that’s as good for your health as it is for your palate. Enhanced with garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika for a balanced depth of flavor, and finished with fresh parsley and optional pomegranate seeds for a vibrant pop of color, this dip is perfect for pairing with whole-grain pita or crisp vegetables. Roasted to perfection and blended until irresistibly smooth, this quick-to-prepare baba ganoush is an ideal choice for heart health, weight-conscious snacking, or simply indulging in Mediterranean-style cuisine at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole large eggplants
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prick the eggplants in several places using a fork or knife to allow steam to escape. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, slice them open and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, discarding the skin.
In a large mixing bowl or food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
Blend or mash the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds for a touch of color and flavor.
Serve the baba ganoush with whole-grain pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches. Enjoy your heart-healthy delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.3 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1277 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.0 g | 150% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4767 mg | 367% | |
| Iron | 21432.8 mg | 119071% | |
| Potassium | 2945 mg | 63% | |
*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.
