Nut-Free Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Sauce

Elevate your plant-based meal game with this Nut-Free Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Sauce, a dish that’s as simple to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Perfectly roasted eggplant slices, brushed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper, become tender and golden brown in the oven. The star of the recipe is the velvety tahini sauce, made effortlessly with minced garlic, lemon juice, and a splash of water for a creamy, nut-free drizzle that perfectly complements the rich, smoky notes of the eggplant. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a dash of paprika, this dish is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this savory side is a gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly option that’s ideal for dinner parties, weeknight meals, or healthy meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Eggplant
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

Arrange the eggplant slices evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush each eggplant slice with olive oil on both sides, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, turning once midway, until the eggplant is golden brown and tender.

Step 7

While the eggplant is roasting, prepare the tahini sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed. The sauce should be pourable.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and add a little more salt or lemon juice if desired.

Step 9

Once the eggplant is done roasting, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 10

To serve, arrange the roasted eggplant slices on a serving platter.

Step 11

Drizzle the tahini sauce generously over the eggplant.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped parsley and a pinch of paprika before serving.

Step 13

Enjoy your nut-free roasted eggplant with tahini sauce warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055.4

Total Fat 80.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3596.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 23.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4758.9mg	0%
Iron 21432.1mg	0%
Potassium 2644.3mg	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: 65.5%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 26.0%