Mediterranean Eggplant Dip

Mediterranean Eggplant Dip

Macronutrients per 100g

Energy

Energy

45kcal

Sugar

Sugar

3g

Fat

Fat

9g

Fiber

Fiber

2g

Saturated Fat

Sat fat

0g

Protein

Protein

1g

Carbs

Carbs

6g

Sodium

Sodium

3mg

Ingredients

- 400g / 14.11oz Eggplant
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 Tomato
- 1 handful fresh Basil leaves
- 1 tsp Pine nuts
- 1 pinch Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh Lemon juice

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Halve the 400g / 14.11oz Eggplant lengthwise, brush with 1 tbsp Olive oil, and place on the baking sheet.
4. Bake for 40-45 minutes, then cover with foil and bake for another 20 minutes.
5. Dice 4 Tomatoes and remove the stems.
6. Place 1 handful fresh Basil leaves, 1 tsp Pine nuts, a pinch of Garlic powder, 1 tbsp Olive oil, and 1 tbsp fresh Lemon juice in a blender.
7. Let the Eggplant cool slightly, scoop out the flesh, and add it to the blender.
8. Blend until smooth.

Micronutrients % of RDI

Iron

Iron

9% of RDI

Magnesium

Magnesium

22% of RDI

Vitamin C

Vitamin C

9% of RDI

Omega 3

Omega 3

0% of RDI

Vitamin A

Vitamin A

0% of RDI

Calcium

Calcium

22% of RDI

Folate

Folate

15% of RDI

Good to know

For a healthier option, you can reduce the amount of olive oil or use a low-fat alternative.