Low Fat Babaganoush

Delight in the creamy, smoky goodness of this Low Fat Babaganoush—a healthier twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip! This guilt-free recipe swaps out excess oil for a touch of plain low-fat yogurt, delivering all the rich flavor you love with fewer calories. Made with roasted eggplants, zesty lemon juice, nutty tahini, and a hint of ground cumin, this dip is irresistibly smooth and packed with nutrients. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it’s perfect as a wholesome appetizer or snack, served with fresh veggies, pita bread, or crispy chips. Garnished with bright parsley and a drizzle of olive oil, this low-fat babaganoush is as vibrant as it is delicious. Perfect for health-conscious eaters or anyone looking to add a Mediterranean twist to their weekly menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
• 3 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Prick the eggplants all over with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake the eggplants for about 35 minutes, or until they are tender and the skin is wrinkled.

Step 4

Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes until they are easy to handle.

Step 5

Once cooled, cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh with a spoon, discarding the skin. Place the eggplant flesh in a colander, let it drain for about 10 minutes to remove any excess liquid.

Step 6

While the eggplant is draining, finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggplant flesh, minced garlic, lemon juice, tahini, yogurt, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Mash the mixture with a fork or blend it in a food processor until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the Babaganoush to a serving bowl, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with pita bread, chips, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	331.9

Total Fat 16.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 2.6mg	0%
Sodium 1237.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 10.0g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 213.4mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1689.9mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 50.2%