Baked Za Atar Eggplant Fries with Lemon Tahini Dip

Transform your snack game with these irresistible Baked Za’atar Eggplant Fries with Lemon Tahini Dip! This healthy twist on traditional fries features tender eggplant coated in a flavorful mix of za’atar, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan, baked to golden perfection for a light and crispy texture. Paired with a rich, tangy lemon tahini dip, these fries are bursting with bold Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or party snack, this easy recipe is both vegetarian and packed with wholesome ingredients. Ready in under 45 minutes, it strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition—ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Bake, dip, and enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Eggplant
• 2 tablespoons Za'atar
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Olive oil spray
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 Garlic clove, minced
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the eggplants into thin fry-like sticks, about 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.

Step 3

Prepare a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with breadcrumbs, za'atar, grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper mixed together.

Step 4

Dredge each eggplant stick in flour, dip it into the egg mixture, and coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Place the coated eggplant fries onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Once all the eggplant sticks are coated, lightly spray them with olive oil spray to help them crisp up while baking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

While the fries are baking, make the lemon tahini dip. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, and cayenne pepper (if using) until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 8

Serve the baked za'atar eggplant fries warm with the lemon tahini dip on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1565.2

Total Fat 61.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 5778.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.3g	0%
Total Sugars 43.4g
Protein 66.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 5173.0mg	0%
Iron 21443.3mg	0%
Potassium 2836.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.9%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 50.0%