Sue’s Baba Ghanoush

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1

Sue's Baba Ghanoush recipe for a healthy appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

15g

Baba Ghanoush is a popular Middle Eastern appetizer that is made from roasted eggplant. This dish is popular in Egypt, Israel, and Lebanon and is often served with warm pita bread. The eggplant is flavored with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, giving it a delicious and unique taste. This dish is low in calories and high in fiber, making it an excellent choice for those wanting to eat a healthy snack. It is also easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and poke holes in the eggplant with a fork.
3.	Roast the eggplant in the oven for 45 minutes or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
4.	Let the eggplant cool, then remove the skin and put the flesh in a food processor.
5.	Add garlic, tahini, lemon juice, and salt to the food processor and blend well.
6.	While blending, slowly add the olive oil until you reach a smooth consistency.
7.	Serve with pita bread or veggies and enjoy!

PROS

Baba ghanoush is a delicious and healthy appetizer.

It is low in calories and high in fiber, making it an excellent choice for those wanting to eat a healthy snack.

Eggplants are also rich in antioxidants and may help lower cholesterol levels.

CONS

This recipe contains tahini, which is high in calories and fat.

It should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baba ghanoush is a superfood appetizer that is packed with nutrients.
The eggplant in this recipe is rich in fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.
It may also help improve heart health by lowering cholesterol levels.
The garlic in this recipe has also been linked to boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.

	1 large eggplant
	2 tablespoons tahini
	1/4 cup lemon juice
	1 tablespoon minced garlic
	1/3 cup olive oil
	salt to taste