Classic Baba Ghanoush

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Classic Baba Ghanoush
35 min.
12
191kcal

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Classic Baba Ghanoush
Are you a fan of delicious, creamy dips that tantalize your taste buds? If so, you'll absolutely love this Classic Baba Ghanoush recipe! Not only is it a fantastic vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free option, but it's also incredibly easy to make and ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for serving at your next gathering, this Baba Ghanoush is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer.
With a rich blend of roasted eggplant, garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, this Baba Ghanoush boasts a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The addition of cumin and cayenne pepper adds a subtle kick, while the garnish of fresh parsley and paprika provides a beautiful finishing touch. Each serving contains only 191 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.
Not only is this Baba Ghanoush a crowd-pleaser, but it's also packed with nutritional benefits. With a glycemic index of 12 and an inflammation score of -7, it's a smart choice for those watching their blood sugar levels or looking to reduce inflammation in their diet. Plus, it's loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids, such as delphinidin, eriodictyol, and hesperetin, which contribute to overall health and wellness.
So why wait? Dive into the world of Baba Ghanoush and impress your friends and family with this delectable, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish. You'll be glad you did!

Ingredients

  • pinch ground pepper 
  • 0.5 tsp cumin 
  • medium eggplant ( 3 lbs. total)
  • 12 servings olive oil extra virgin 
  • tbsp parsley fresh minced (for garnish)
  •  roasted garlic raw crushed (or 1 clove garlic, )
  •  juice of lemon fresh juiced to taste ( )
  • 12 servings paprika (for garnish)
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.3 cup tahini light (from seeds, not "dark tahini")

Equipment

    Directions

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    3. Classic Baba Ghanoush
    4. Ingredients2 medium eggplants (about 3 lbs. total), roasted1/3 cup tahini (from light seeds, not "dark tahini")3 roasted garlic cloves (or 1 clove raw garlic, crushed)2 fresh lemons, juiced (or more to taste)1/2 tsp cumin1/2 tsp salt, or more to taste
    5. Pinch of cayenne pepper2 tbsp minced fresh parsley (for garnish)Paprika (for garnish)Extra virgin olive oil
    6. Prep Time: 30 Minutes
    7. Cook Time: 5 Minutes
    8. Servings: About 12 appetizer servings
    9. Kosher Key: Pareve

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories191kcal
    Protein4.55%
    Fat80.22%
    Carbs15.23%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    12
    Glycemic Load
    0.79
    Inflammation Score
    -7
    Nutrition Score
    7.5773912616398%

    Flavonoids

    Delphinidin
    65.41mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.24mg
    Hesperetin
    0.72mg
    Naringenin
    0.07mg
    Apigenin
    1.38mg
    Luteolin
    0.02mg
    Kaempferol
    0.01mg
    Myricetin
    0.11mg
    Quercetin
    0.06mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:190.73kcal
    9.54%
    Fat:17.97g
    27.65%
    Saturated Fat:2.5g
    15.63%
    Carbohydrates:7.68g
    2.56%
    Net Carbohydrates:4.31g
    1.57%
    Sugar:3.04g
    3.38%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:103.07mg
    4.48%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Protein:2.29g
    4.58%
    Vitamin K:23.12µg
    22.02%
    Vitamin A:1065.35IU
    21.31%
    Vitamin E:2.85mg
    18.97%
    Fiber:3.36g
    13.46%
    Manganese:0.23mg
    11.31%
    Vitamin B1:0.15mg
    9.74%
    Copper:0.19mg
    9.41%
    Phosphorus:79.62mg
    7.96%
    Potassium:264.49mg
    7.56%
    Folate:26.31µg
    6.58%
    Vitamin B6:0.13mg
    6.48%
    Vitamin C:5mg
    6.06%
    Iron:1.08mg
    6.02%
    Vitamin B3:1.1mg
    5.48%
    Magnesium:21.7mg
    5.43%
    Selenium:2.77µg
    3.95%
    Vitamin B2:0.06mg
    3.73%
    Zinc:0.54mg
    3.59%
    Vitamin B5:0.28mg
    2.78%
    Calcium:24.37mg
    2.44%