Mediterranean Diet Babaganoush

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with this nourishing Mediterranean Diet Babaganoush recipe. Made with roasted eggplants, creamy tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, this dip delivers an irresistibly smoky and velvety texture. Seasoned with aromatic cumin and a dash of paprika, it's the perfect balance of bold and bright flavors. This recipe is roasted to perfection in just 40 minutes, then blended into a silky, plant-based spread that's both healthy and delicious. Garnished with fresh parsley and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, it pairs beautifully with warm pita, crunchy veggie sticks, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing babaganoush is a must-try for anyone following the Mediterranean diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces large eggplants
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pierce the eggplants in multiple spots with a fork, and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Roast the eggplants in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until they are tender and the skins are charred, turning occasionally.

Step 4

Let the eggplants cool for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins and discard.

Step 5

Place the eggplant flesh in a colander and allow it to drain for another 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic cloves, and puree until smooth.

Step 7

With the food processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and continue blending until the mixture is creamy.

Step 8

Add the salt, ground cumin, and paprika to the mixture, and pulse a few more times to blend well.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 10

Transfer the babaganoush into a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

Step 11

Serve with pita bread, veggie sticks, or as a spread in sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1051.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	899.7

Total Fat 65.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1275.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4761.0mg	0%
Iron 21432.6mg	0%
Potassium 2829.5mg	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: 61.1%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 28.7%