Paleo Baba Ganoush
Discover the smoky, creamy elegance of Paleo Baba Ganoush, a grain-free, dairy-free twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip. This recipe highlights roasted eggplants, charred to perfection, blended with rich tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of smoked paprika for a flavor-packed experience. Perfectly tailored for those following a Paleo lifestyle, this wholesome dip is naturally gluten-free and vegan, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Quick to prepare with minimal ingredients, it comes together in under an hour and is topped with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Serve it with crunchy vegetable sticks or Paleo-friendly crackers for a healthy snack or appetizer that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces large eggplants
- 0.5 cup tahini (make sure it's Paleo-friendly)
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Prick the eggplants in several places with a fork, place them on a baking sheet, and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
Step 3
Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool until they can be handled. Once cooled, slice them open and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, discarding the skins.
Step 4
In a food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, tahini, lemon juice, peeled garlic cloves, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
Step 6
Garnish the baba ganoush with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 7
Serve with fresh vegetable sticks or Paleo-friendly crackers as a delicious and healthy dip.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1057.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 774.9 |
| Total Fat 58.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2359.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.2g | |
| Protein 12.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 153.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2668.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories