Roasted Eggplant, Onion and Garlic Dip or Spread

Eggplants are actually a fruit, not a vegetable, and belong to the nightshade family along with tomatoes and potatoes.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Roasted Eggplant, Onion and Garlic Dip or Spread

Cooking Method: Blending, Roasting Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 480

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Eggplant
• 100 gram Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Tahini
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and score the flesh with a knife.
2. Place the eggplant halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
3. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the flesh is soft and golden brown.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
5. Scoop out the roasted eggplant flesh and add it to the skillet. Stir in lemon juice, tahini, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
7. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
8. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
9. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
10. Serve the roasted eggplant dip or spread with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 6g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.