Low Carb Babaganoush
Light, smoky, and utterly delicious, this Low Carb Babaganoush is a healthy spin on the classic Middle Eastern dip that's perfect for dipping or as a flavorful side dish. Made with roasted eggplants, tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, this low-carb recipe is creamy, satisfying, and packed with flavor. The eggplants are roasted until tender, giving the dip a subtle smokiness, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds richness. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is naturally gluten-free, keto-friendly, and a great choice for healthy snacking or entertaining. Serve it with fresh veggies, low-carb crackers, or as a spread for wraps and sandwiches—you won't miss the carbs!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Prick the eggplants several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 3
Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skin is charred and the inside is very soft.
Step 4
Remove the eggplants from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Step 5
Once cool enough to handle, peel the skin off the eggplants and place the flesh in a strainer. Let it drain for a few minutes to remove excess liquid.
Step 6
Transfer the drained eggplant flesh to a food processor.
Step 7
Add the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
Step 8
Pulse the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Transfer the babaganoush to a serving bowl and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley.
Step 10
Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (712.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 624.6 |
| Total Fat 48.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1237.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.8g | |
| Protein 13.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2439.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10718.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1702.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories