Baba Ganous (Turkish Eggplant Salad)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0

Baba Ganous (Turkish Eggplant Salad) is a traditional Turkish dish made with roasted eggplants, garlic, sesame seed paste, cumin, lemon juice, salt and olive oil.

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

12g

Baba Ganous is a delicious and healthy Turkish eggplant salad that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is a great appetizer or snack that is perfect for parties or casual get-togethers. Baba Ganous is a simple dish that is easy to prepare with basic ingredients that you can find in your local grocery store. It is a gluten-free, vegetarian and protein-rich dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Baba Ganous is a great way to introduce your taste buds to new and exotic flavors.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
2.	Pierce the eggplants several times with a knife or fork and place them on a baking sheet.
3.	Roast for 50-60 minutes or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
4.	Let the eggplants cool and remove the skin.
5.	In a blender, mix eggplant, garlic cloves, sesame seed paste, cumin, lemon juice, salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Blitz until you have a smooth paste.
6.	Season with some black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve cold with pita bread or crackers.

PROS

Baba Ganous is a vegetarian, gluten-free and protein-rich dish.
It is also low in calories and contains heart-healthy olive oil and sesame seed paste that is rich in zinc and antioxidants.

CONS

Eggplant is a nightshade vegetable that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
It is also high in oxalates, which can be harmful to individuals with kidney problems.
Some people may not like the earthy taste of eggplant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baba Ganous is a healthy dish that contains antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Eggplants are rich in fiber, copper, vitamin C, vitamin K and vitamin B6. Sesame seed paste is a rich source of zinc and antioxidants that help boost immune health, reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure.

	3 large round eggplants
	2 garlic cloves , crushed
	3 tablespoons sesame seed paste ( tahini )
	1 teaspoon sweet cumin
	3 tablespoons lemon juice
	salt , to taste
	olive oil
	black pepper , to taste