Mediterranean Diet Baba Ghanouj

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Mediterranean Diet Baba Ghanouj recipe, a healthy and delicious twist on the classic smoky eggplant dip. Made with roasted eggplants, creamy tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of cumin, this dish is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients. The eggplant's charred skin gives the dip its signature depth of flavor, while a garnish of fresh parsley and jewel-like pomegranate seeds adds a stunning visual and refreshing burst of sweetness. Perfect as a dip for fresh pita bread, a spread for sandwiches, or a pairing with crisp vegetable sticks, this baba ghanouj comes together in under an hour and embodies the essence of Mediterranean-inspired clean eating. Whether as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a healthy snack, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants
• 60 grams tahini
• 1 large lemon
• 2 small garlic cloves
• 30 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).

Step 2

Pierce the eggplants several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

Step 3

Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is tender, turning occasionally.

Step 4

Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

Step 5

Once cool enough to handle, peel the skin off the eggplants and allow any excess liquid to drain in a colander for about 10 minutes.

Step 6

In a bowl, mash the eggplant flesh with a fork or potato masher.

Step 7

Juice the lemon into a small bowl and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 8

In a food processor, combine the mashed eggplants, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, cumin, and olive oil. Pulse until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Transfer the baba ghanouj to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds.

Step 10

Serve with fresh pita bread, pita chips, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(801.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	872.9

Total Fat 68.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2448.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 20.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4744.8mg	0%
Iron 21432.0mg	0%
Potassium 1843.7mg	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: 66.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 24.6%