Simple Baba Ganoush

Simple Baba Ganoush

This incredibly creamy and lush eggplant dip offers a perfect balance of savory tahini and tangy lemon. By using a clever broiling method instead of a grill, you get a deep charry flavor in half the time. It is a naturally vegan and gluten-free Mediterranean staple that is perfect for dipping fresh vegetables or warm bread.

4 servings
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to high broil. Slice eggplant (1) into 0.25 inch rounds, sprinkle with sea salt (1 pinch), and drain in a colander for 10 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Arrange eggplant on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil (1 tbsp) and sea salt (1 pinch). Roast for 8 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Remove from pan, stack the rounds, and wrap in foil to lock in moisture for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Peel away the skin and add flesh to a food processor with lemon juice (2.5 tbsp), garlic cloves (1 clove), tahini (2 tbsp), and sea salt (1 pinch). Process until creamy.

  5. 5

    Pulse in fresh herbs (2 tbsp). Taste and adjust seasonings, then serve with pita or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

114
kcal
3
Protein (g)
11
Carbs (g)
8
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Fiber 5 g
Sugars 6 g

Micronutrients

iron
1mg
24% DV
sodium
48mg
8% DV
calcium
50mg
15% DV
potassium
374mg
32% DV
vitamin a
15mcg
7% DV
vitamin c
11mg
48% DV
vitamin k
5mcg
17% DV