Baba Ghanoush, Baby!

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
36%
Baba Ghanoush, Baby!
40 min.
8
139kcal

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Are you tired of the same old appetizers? Craving something different, flavorful, and easy to make? Look no further! Baba Ghanoush, Baby! is the perfect solution for your entertaining needs. This delightful dish is not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it's also packed with a unique blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Prepared with just 6 key ingredients, this recipe is a breeze to whip up in about 40 minutes. It's the ideal snack, appetizer, or starter for any occasion, serving up to 8 people. Each serving contains only 139 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this recipe is the eggplant, transformed from its initial state into a smooth, rich dip with a hint of texture. The secret lies in the grilling process, which chars the skin, adding depth and complexity to the dish. Mixed with extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, the result is a creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky spread that's versatile enough to be enjoyed with a variety of dippers.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a fancy dinner party, Baba Ghanoush, Baby! is sure to impress your guests with its exotic flair and health-conscious appeal. So why not give it a try and elevate your appetizer game?

Ingredients

  •  eggplant whole
  • Tablespoons olive oil extra virgin good ( Quality)
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh minced
  • cloves garlic finely minced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • Tablespoons tahini 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • broiler

Directions

  1. IMPORTANT: Prick the surface of each eggplant several times with the tines of a fork.On the grill or under the broiler (set to high) blacken/char the eggplant for 25 minutes or so. You want the skin to be completely shriveled and dark, and the eggplant almost fall-apart tender. Just when you think it’s shriveled, let it go another five minutes.Set them aside to cool slightly.When cool, peel off skin enough to get a spoon into each eggplant and scrape out the flesh into a bowl. Try to get as much as you can, even the stuff that’s stuck to the inside of the skin. (This process is a total mess, so don’t worry.)Mash eggplant with a fork. A few large chunks are fine, but try to get it to a relatively smooth texture without being totally pureed.
  2. Add in all other ingredients, stirring and tasting before adjusting seasonings or other ingredients. Don’t undersalt!
  3. Serve with pita triangles, baguette slices, chips, crusty French bread…or with a spoon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories139kcal
Protein8.46%
Fat57.28%
Carbs34.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.5
Glycemic Load
1.65
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.16695659057%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
147.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:138.56kcal
6.93%
Fat:9.58g
14.74%
Saturated Fat:1.35g
8.42%
Carbohydrates:12.89g
4.3%
Net Carbohydrates:7.25g
2.64%
Sugar:6.29g
6.99%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.9mg
0.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:3.18g
6.37%
Vitamin K:50.2µg
47.81%
Fiber:5.64g
22.57%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.42%
Copper:0.27mg
13.46%
Vitamin C:10.84mg
13.14%
Potassium:455.5mg
13.01%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.88%
Folate:50.51µg
12.63%
Phosphorus:104.82mg
10.48%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.99%
Vitamin E:1.3mg
8.68%
Magnesium:33.25mg
8.31%
Vitamin B3:1.59mg
7.94%
Iron:0.94mg
5.24%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.12%
Vitamin A:255.72IU
5.11%
Selenium:3.32µg
4.74%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.58%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.46%
Calcium:32.71mg
3.27%