Baba Ghanoush

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Baba Ghanoush
45 min.
8
83kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Baba Ghanoush, a classic Middle Eastern dip that is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. This vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a tasty snack or appetizer without compromising on dietary preferences. With its rich, smoky flavor and creamy texture, Baba Ghanoush is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

Made primarily from roasted eggplant, this dish is packed with nutrients and offers a unique taste experience. The combination of toasted pine nuts, fragrant cumin, and fresh parsley adds depth and complexity to the dip, while the zesty lemon juice provides a refreshing brightness. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or simply as a snack, Baba Ghanoush is versatile enough to complement a variety of meals.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family gatherings. With only 83 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this exquisite dip that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.8 teaspoon cumin seeds crushed toasted
  • 1.5 pounds eggplant 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic minced
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons mayonnaise low-fat
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • tablespoons tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • colander

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Pierce eggplant several times with a fork; place on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  3. Bake at 375 for 45 minutes or until tender.
  4. Cut eggplant in half. Scoop out pulp; discard skins.
  5. Drain eggplant pulp in a colander for 30 minutes.
  6. Place pine nuts, cumin seeds, and garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped.
  7. Add eggplant, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, tahini, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to food processor. Process until smooth. Spoon eggplant mixture into a medium bowl; stir in parsley.
  8. Garnish with parsley sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein9.64%
Fat58.07%
Carbs32.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.13
Glycemic Load
0.78
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.0260869886564%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
72.88mg
Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
3.23mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.1kcal
4.16%
Fat:5.87g
9.04%
Saturated Fat:0.64g
4.02%
Carbohydrates:7.35g
2.45%
Net Carbohydrates:4.36g
1.59%
Sugar:3.44g
3.82%
Cholesterol:0.56mg
0.19%
Sodium:323.98mg
14.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.19g
4.39%
Vitamin K:31.85µg
30.33%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.5%
Fiber:2.99g
11.96%
Copper:0.19mg
9.6%
Phosphorus:77.46mg
7.75%
Vitamin C:6.31mg
7.65%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.51%
Potassium:257.34mg
7.35%
Magnesium:28.06mg
7.02%
Folate:27.4µg
6.85%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5.01%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.92%
Iron:0.83mg
4.63%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.42%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.1%
Vitamin A:155.18IU
3.1%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.87%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.7%
Selenium:1.71µg
2.45%
Calcium:18.78mg
1.88%
Source:My Recipes