Low Fat Baba Ghanouj
Indulge in the creamy, smoky goodness of Low Fat Baba Ghanouj, a lighter twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip that's big on flavor and low on guilt. Made with roasted eggplants for a signature smoky depth, this recipe swaps in low-fat yogurt for extra creaminess without the extra calories. Brightened with fresh lemon juice, earthy cumin, and a touch of garlic, each bite is balanced and satisfying. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add the perfect finishing touches to this healthy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve it with warm pita bread or crisp veggie sticks for a wholesome snack or party favorite. Quick to prepare and packed with plant-based goodness, this nutritious baba ghanouj is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence for your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons low fat yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pierce the eggplants several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the inside is soft.
Remove the eggplants from the oven and set them aside to cool down for at least 10 minutes.
Once cool, peel the eggplants and scoop out the flesh, discarding the skin.
In a food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, lemon juice, tahini, yogurt, garlic cloves, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Process the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the baba ghanouj to a serving bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve at room temperature or chilled with pita bread or veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1282 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2506 mg | 193% | |
| Iron | 10717.5 mg | 59542% | |
| Potassium | 1817 mg | 39% | |
*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.
