Baba Ghanoush Recipe

Name: Baba Ghanoush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant; 3 garlic, gloves minced; ¼ cup tahini (sesame seed paste); 1 lemon, juice therefrom; sea salt, to taste; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 dash paprika; ¼ cup parsley, chopped; ½ cup pine nuts, toasted; extra virgin olive oil, as desired

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Cut eggplant in half lengthwise.
3
Place cut-side down on non-stick baking sheet.
4
Prick with fork.
5
Bake until soft and begins to char (30-40 mins).
6
Cool eggplant.
7
Scoop out pulp and combine in blender with garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt, cumin, and paprika.
8
Puree until smooth.
9
Stir in parsley and pine nuts.
10
Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the top.

408

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant, 3 garlic, gloves minced, ¼ cup tahini (sesame seed paste), 1 lemon, juice therefrom, and more.

Yes, Baba Ghanoush falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baba Ghanoush

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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