Tofu-Roasted Tomato-Curried Eggplant Dip-Spread

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 1
Tofu-Roasted Tomato-Curried Eggplant Dip-Spread is a perfect blend of veggies and seasoning
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 eggplant , sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 regular tomatoes
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
black pepper
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon water
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
black pepper
1/2 ounce firm tofu
2 teaspoons soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
53
Sugar
2g
Fat
2g
Tofu-Roasted Tomato-Curried Eggplant Dive is a perfect blend of veggies and seasoning. The dip's main star is the eggplant, jazzed up with the spices curry powder and cayenne pepper. But it doesn't stop there, the roasted tomatoes enhance the dish's flavor, and the tofu adds protein, making it a nutrient-dense dish to enjoy.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Spread the eggplant rounds and the tomato on a baking dish.
3.Season eggplant rounds and the tomato with curry powder, cayenne pepper and black pepper.
4.Roast eggplant and tomato for about 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
5.In a blender, pulse garlic, water, seasoned eggplant and tomato.
6.Add tofu and soy sauce, then pulse again until everything is well combined and smooth.
7.Adjust seasoning accordingly to taste preference.
8.Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with chopped tomatoes, cucumber or coriander leaves.

PROS

This versatile dip-spread can be used as a condiment for sandwiches, wraps, salads and veggies, or can be used as a dip for chips and crackers.

It’s vegan, gluten-free, and has fewer calories compared to other high-fat dips.

CONS

The Cons of this recipe is that the dish may be too spicy for those who can’t tolerate spice.

The dip has a short shelf life, making it a needs-to-be-used-up-fast dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tofu-Roasted Tomato-Curried Eggplant Dip-Spread is packed with nutrients and vitamins essential for daily nutrition.
Eggplant provides fiber, potassium, and vitamins such as C, K, and B6.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, and lycopene, an antioxidant that helps prevent heart diseases and other health issues.
The Tofu adds calcium, iron, and plant-based protein, making the dish a perfect addition to a vegan or vegetarian diet.

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