High Protein Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful and nutrient-packed High Protein Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Sauce. Featuring tender, oven-roasted eggplant slices paired with protein-rich chickpeas, this recipe is both satisfying and wholesome. The creamy tahini sauce, infused with zesty lemon and garlic, adds a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the dish’s smoky undertones. Ready in under an hour, it’s a perfect option for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone looking for a healthy, plant-based entrée. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and brightness, this dish is delicious served solo or paired with warm pita or grains. It's a high-protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free delight that will leave you wanting more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Eggplants
- 1 cup Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the eggplants lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices.
Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the eggplant slices and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are golden brown and tender.
While the eggplants are roasting, prepare the tahini sauce. In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 3 tablespoons of warm water until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed. Season with additional salt to taste.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas if using canned. In a small saucepan, warm the chickpeas over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the eggplants are roasted, transfer them to a serving platter.
Top with warmed chickpeas and drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.3 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3478 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.6 g | 209% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.5 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9504 mg | 731% | |
| Iron | 42867.4 mg | 238152% | |
| Potassium | 3377 mg | 72% | |
*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.
