Baba Ghanoush

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Baba Ghanoush
60 min.
6
120kcal

Suggestions

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy dip option, look no further than baba ghanoush! This Middle Eastern classic is made with roasted eggplant, tangy lemon juice, and creamy tahini, resulting in a rich and satisfying flavor profile. Plus, it's vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.

One of the best things about baba ghanoush is its versatility. It can be served as an appetizer with warm pita bread or vegetables, used as a sandwich spread, or even enjoyed as a main course when paired with some grilled chicken or lamb. And because it's packed with nutritious ingredients like eggplant, garlic, and lemon juice, you can feel good about indulging in this tasty treat.

When it comes to preparing baba ghanoush, there are many different methods you can use. Some recipes call for boiling or steaming the eggplant before pureeing it, while others recommend charring it directly over an open flame for added smokiness.

Ingredients

  • pounds eggplant 
  • medium garlic clove coarsely chopped
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin for garnish
  • teaspoon flat parsley italian finely chopped for garnish
  • 0.3 cup tahini 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Heat the broiler to high and arrange a rack in the middle. Split eggplants lengthwise and place cut side up on a baking sheet.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil evenly over eggplant and broil until well browned, about 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle.Scoop out eggplant flesh and place in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment.
  3. Add tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  4. Transfer to a shallow dish, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with parsley.
  5. Serve at room temperature or chilled with toasted pita wedges or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein10.06%
Fat54.27%
Carbs35.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.33
Glycemic Load
1.4
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.4921739775202%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
129.56mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:120.22kcal
6.01%
Fat:7.92g
12.19%
Saturated Fat:1.12g
6.99%
Carbohydrates:11.72g
3.91%
Net Carbohydrates:6.68g
2.43%
Sugar:5.47g
6.08%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:781.96mg
34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:3.3g
6.61%
Fiber:5.04g
20.17%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.51%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.75%
Copper:0.29mg
14.39%
Phosphorus:117.23mg
11.72%
Potassium:401.58mg
11.47%
Folate:44.12µg
11.03%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.84%
Magnesium:31.25mg
7.81%
Vitamin B3:1.56mg
7.79%
Vitamin C:6.02mg
7.29%
Vitamin K:6.99µg
6.65%
Selenium:4.04µg
5.78%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.32%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.8%
Iron:0.83mg
4.62%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.37%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.11%
Calcium:30.34mg
3.03%
Source:Chow