Spicy Shrimp Baba Ghanoush Flatbread

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 12
Spicy shrimp baba ghanoush flatbread with a Lebanese twist
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1hr 10min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large eggplant
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/2 cup tahini
1/3 cup lemon juice
4 cloves garlic , minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
4 whole-grain flatbreads
4 teaspoons basil pesto
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound shrimp
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning , or more to taste
3 tomatoes , cut into 16 slices

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
834
Sugar
8g
Fat
59g
Baba Ghanoush is a Mediterranean dish originating from Lebanon, typically made with eggplant and tahini. This recipe puts a spin on the classic dip by using it as a base for a pizza-like dish. By adding roasted bell peppers, shrimp, and tangy cheeses, this dish becomes a unique and flavorful meal! Serve it as a main course for dinner or cut into bite-sized pieces for a delicious appetizer.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2.Cut the eggplant into 1-inch rounds. Cut the bell peppers into thick strips.
3.In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin. Thin the mixture with 1/4 cup of water until it is pourable.
4.Brush each piece of eggplant and pepper with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
5.Roast in the oven for 25 minutes, or until tender and browned.
6.While the vegetables are roasting, season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
7.In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and crispy.
8.To assemble the flatbread, spread 1 teaspoon of basil pesto onto each flatbread.
9.Top the flatbread with the roasted vegetables, shrimp, and slices of tomato.
10.Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top of each flatbread.
11.Bake in the oven at 425°F for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

PROS

This flatbread is packed with flavor and nutrition, thanks to the variety of nutritious ingredients used in the recipe.

It is also incredibly easy to make and can be customized to your liking!

CONS

While this recipe is filled with healthy ingredients, be mindful of portion control as flatbreads can often be on the higher calorie side.

Additionally, shrimp can be an allergenic food, so be sure to warn dinner guests if any are allergic.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is rich in nutrients thanks to the incorporation of vegetables like eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
Shrimp is also an excellent source of lean protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The olive oil used in this recipe is a good source of healthy fats which can lower the risk of heart disease.

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