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Easy Baba Ganoush
A healthier twist on the classic mediterranean dip, using roasted eggplant, tahini, and a blend of aromatic spices for a nutrient-dense appetizer.
45 min4 servingsmediterraneanappetizer
vegetarian
lacto-vegetarian
ovo-vegetarian
vegan
pescetarian
paleo
primal
whole30
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories255
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24g31%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 495mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 5g9%
Calcium 26mg2%
Iron 1.3mg7%
Potassium 148mg3%
Vitamin A 0.34mcg
Vitamin C 1.6mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Vitamin E 1.6mg10%
Vitamin K 2.1mcg2%
Magnesium 66mg16%
Zinc 1.2mg11%
Folate 12mcg3%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplant
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup parsley
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds
- 0.25 cup walnuts
Instructions
- 1Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Pierce eggplants with a fork in several places.
- 3Place the eggplants on the grill or in the oven, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the inside is tender, about 25-30 minutes.
- 4Let the eggplants cool, then peel and discard the charred skin.
- 5In a food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and sea salt.
- 6Process until the mixture is smooth.
- 7Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt if needed.
- 8Transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with parsley, pomegranate seeds, and chopped walnuts.
- 9Drizzle with a little more olive oil before serving.
- 10Serve with warm, whole-grain pita bread or freshly cut vegetables for dipping.
- 11Enjoy this healthy, nutrient-rich mediterranean dip at your next gathering or as a delicious snack.
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