Easy Baba Ghaboush Recipe

Name: Easy Baba Ghaboush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, washed and halved; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1/4 cup tahini; 1/4 cup lemon juice (to taste); 3 large garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, divided; 1/8 teaspoon mild paprika, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 medium eggplants, washed and halved
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice (to taste)
3 large garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, divided
1/8 teaspoon mild paprika, for garnish

1
Brush halved eggplants with oil enough to cover flesh. Place flesh-side down on a lightly greased baking sheet lined with foil and, using a fork, prick skin in few places. Transfer to a 425u00b0F preheated oven; bake for 50 minutes or until very soft.
2
Remove from the heat and cool for 15-20 minutes before scooping out flesh into a colander to drain; discard skin. Stir flesh to remove any liquid. Transfer to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment and add tahini, lemon juice, garlic, sea salt, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and 1 1/2 tablespoons oil; process until nicely smooth, about 3 minutes.
3
Cool to room temperature before adding 1 tablespoons chopped parsley; process once again for 10 seconds. Transfer dip to a serving bowl; drizzle about 1/2 tablespoons oil on top. Sprinkle with mild paprika and the remaining parsley.
4
PITA WEDGES: Cut pita into wedges, transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 375u00b0F for 6-8 minutes.

265

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Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium eggplants, washed and halved, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided, 1/4 cup tahini, 1/4 cup lemon juice (to taste), and more.

Yes, Easy Baba Ghaboush falls under the General 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.

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Easy Baba Ghaboush

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