Chickpea Eggplant Dip
Elevate your dip game with this irresistible Chickpea Eggplant Dip, a smoky, creamy fusion of roasted eggplant, protein-packed chickpeas, and aromatic spices. Perfect as a party appetizer or a healthy snack, this recipe highlights the deep, caramelized flavor of oven-roasted eggplant and garlic, paired with the nutty richness of tahini and the zing of fresh lemon juice. A hint of smoked paprika and ground cumin takes the flavor profile to the next level, creating a Mediterranean-inspired dip that's both comforting and exotic. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free dip is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it with warm pita, crunchy veggies, or crackers for an instantly crowd-pleasing treat!
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Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Pierce the eggplant several times with a fork and place it on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until the skin is wrinkled and the interior is soft.
Step 3
During the last 5 minutes of roasting, wrap the garlic cloves (with their skins on) in a piece of aluminum foil and place them in the oven to roast alongside the eggplant.
Step 4
Once the eggplant has cooled enough to handle, scoop out the flesh into a food processor, discarding the skin.
Step 5
Peel the roasted garlic cloves and add them to the food processor along with the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
Step 6
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil. Garnish with fresh parsley and a pinch of smoked paprika for presentation.
Step 8
Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (961.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1066.6 |
| Total Fat 66.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2697.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 97.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.6g | |
| Protein 29.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2503.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10722.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2224.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories