Low Sodium Israeli Eggplant Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Israeli Eggplant Salad, a vibrant and heart-healthy twist on a Mediterranean classic. This recipe features tender roasted eggplant cubes, fresh red bell pepper, cool cucumbers, and finely chopped red onion, all tossed with fragrant herbs like parsley and mint. A zesty lemon and cumin dressing ties it all together for a dish that's bursting with flavor, despite its low-sodium profile. Perfect as a standalone light meal or a flavorful side, this salad offers a nutritious and colorful addition to your table in just under an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole large eggplant
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 whole red bell pepper
• 1 whole cucumber
• 0.5 whole red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup fresh mint
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the eggplant into 1-inch thick rounds, then cut each round into roughly 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the cubed eggplant on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss to coat the pieces evenly.

Step 4

Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cubes are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through the cooking time.

Step 5

While the eggplant is roasting, dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small cubes, roughly similar in size to the eggplant.

Step 6

Finely chop the red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted eggplant, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, parsley, and mint.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and cumin.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the assembled salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients.

Step 10

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste, then serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	621.6

Total Fat 44.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 46.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 11.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185.0mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 2394.2mg	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: 58.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 34.8%