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Baba Ganoush

Silky roasted eggplant dip with tahini, lemon, and garlic. A Middle Eastern classic that's smoky, creamy, and ready in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
6
Calories
142
Protein
4g
Baba Ganoush
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Prick eggplant all over with a fork.

  2. Step 2

    Brush eggplant with 1 tbsp olive oil. Place on a baking sheet.

  3. Step 3

    Roast eggplant for 12–15 minutes until deeply browned and collapsed.

  4. Step 4

    Cool eggplant for 2 minutes, then scoop flesh into a food processor.

  5. Step 5

    Add tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Drizzle in remaining 2 tbsp olive oil while blending until creamy.

  7. Step 7

    Taste and add salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl.

  8. Step 8

    Serve at room temperature with pita, vegetables, or crackers.

Tools you’ll need

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • fork
  • food processor
  • serving bowl

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