Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip
Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip blends charred eggplant with creamy tahini, bright lemon, and a hint of garlic for a silky, rich spread. Its smoky depth and subtle nuttiness make it stand out among Mediterranean dips, perfect for sharing with warm pita or crisp vegetables at gatherings, picnics, or as a starter before dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 64 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 40
- Heart Health
- 76
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- 2
Place the eggplant on the prepared baking sheet and poke holes in the skin with a fork. Roast in the preheated oven, turning now and then, until very soft and tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Let the eggplant cool until it is easy to handle; cut it in half and scoop the flesh into a colander or fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl; let it drain for 5 minutes.
- 3
Put the eggplant, lemon juice, tahini, sesame seeds, and garlic in a blender, and puree. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Transfer the eggplant mixture to a medium mixing bowl and slowly stir in the olive oil. Refrigerate the baba ghanoush until fully chilled before serving.
- Calories 72.1 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 1.19 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 4.71 g 2%
- Total Fat 5.16 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.67 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 167.49 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 2.07 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 1.43 g --
- Added Sugars 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 23.5 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.57 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 58.45 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip is an Israeli appetizer recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Eggplant, Lemon Juice, Minced Garlic, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 72.1 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip?
- It is an Israeli dip recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or snack.
- What is Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip made of?
- The main ingredients are Eggplant, Lemon Juice, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 72.1 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip healthy?
- Smoky Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 72.1 calories and 1.19 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 167.49 mg (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Sesame and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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