Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush)
This creamy, smoke-kissed dip balances roasted eggplant with nutty tahini, bright lemon, and a whisper of garlic and warm spices. Baba Ganoush delivers a lush, velvety texture perfect for spreading or scooping with pita and crisp vegetables, ideal as a starter for dinner gatherings or a shareable snack.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and lightly oil a baking sheet.
- 2
Cut the eggplants in half and brush the cut sides with olive oil. Place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- 3
Roast in the preheated oven until softened, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for about 30 minutes.
- 4
Scoop the flesh from the skins and place it in a mesh strainer; discard the skins. Press the flesh to remove liquid or drippings. Transfer the eggplant flesh to a food processor. Add lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cumin, and chile powder. Drizzle olive oil over everything. Blend well for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
- 5
Stir in plain yogurt and season with salt. Serve with a sprinkle of paprika on top as a garnish.
- Calories 123.25 kcal Moderate
- Protein 1.45 g Low Source
- Carbs 10.81 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.35 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.99 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.11 mg Low Source
- Sodium 5.52 mg Low Source
- Fiber 4.92 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.3 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 49.15 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.8 mg Low Source
- Potassium 154.89 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.34 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.32 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush) is an Israeli appetizer recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Eggplant, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 123.25 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush)?
- It is an Israeli dip recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or snack.
- What is Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush) made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Eggplant, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Ground Cumin. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush)?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 123.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
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