Mediterranean Diet Roasted Aubergine
Elevate your plant-based meal repertoire with this Mediterranean Diet Roasted Aubergine recipe, a vibrant dish packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Tender, caramelized aubergine slices are roasted to golden perfection and drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing infused with zesty lemon and earthy cumin. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for serving as a light main course or a side dish, it pairs beautifully with warm pita bread or a crisp salad. Ready in under an hour, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a nutritious, flavorful option for anyone embracing a balanced and satisfying diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large aubergines (eggplants)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and slice the aubergines lengthwise into 1/2 inch thick slices.
Arrange the aubergine slices on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each slice with olive oil on both sides and season with the minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the aubergines for about 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, turning halfway through cooking.
While the aubergines are roasting, prepare the tahini dressing by combining the tahini, water, lemon juice, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix well until smooth.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
Once the aubergines are done roasting, remove them from the oven and arrange them on a serving plate.
Drizzle the tahini mixture over the roasted aubergines and garnish with fresh parsley and pomegranate seeds.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Roasted Aubergine with a side of warm pita bread or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2422 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.3 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.1 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3658 mg | 281% | |
| Iron | 16077.8 mg | 89321% | |
| Potassium | 3046 mg | 65% | |
*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.
