Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita)
Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) balances creamy, garlicky yogurt with tender fried eggplant, crunchy toasted pita, and nutty almonds. Bright lemon lifts the rich flavors, while chickpeas and romaine add heartiness and freshness. Serve it as a festive appetizer or a light, satisfying dinner for gatherings and weekend meals.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 44
- Metabolic
- 52
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Pour water and 2 tablespoons salt into a large bowl. Add the cubed eggplant and let it sit for 30 minutes. Drain and place on paper towel-lined plates until fully dry, about 30 minutes more.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 3
Cut the pita bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them on a baking sheet.
- 4
Roast in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; do not burn. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- 5
Heat 1/2 inch oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Working in batches, fry the eggplant until golden, about 6 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towel-lined plates to drain.
- 6
Meanwhile, mix the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
- 7
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small frying pan. Add the almonds and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring often, until well browned and toasted, 3 to 4 minutes more. Remove from the heat.
- 8
Arrange the lettuce on a serving platter. Layer with the eggplant, chickpeas, and roasted pita bread. Pour the yogurt mixture over the top and sprinkle with the toasted almonds. Serve at room temperature or cold.
- Calories 662.65 kcal High 33%
- Protein 12.57 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 66.65 g 24%
- Total Fat 37.71 g High 48%
- Saturated Fat 6.32 g High 32%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 9.02 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 1308.28 mg High 57%
- Dietary Fiber 13.41 g Good Source 48%
- Total Sugars 21.59 g --
- Added Sugars 6.25 g Moderate 13%
- Calcium 306.89 mg Good Source 24%
- Iron 1.87 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 580.33 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 55.11 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 13.99 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) is made with 13 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Crunchy Chickpeas, Eggplant, Garlic, and Lemon. Each serving provides about 662.65 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) made of?
- The main ingredients are Crunchy Chickpeas, Eggplant, Garlic, Lemon, Mayonnaise. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita)?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 662.65 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) healthy?
- Fattet Betenjan (Layered Eggplant with Yogurt and Pita) has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 662.65 calories and 12.57 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1308.28 mg (57% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 6.32 g (32% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 6.25 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat, Gluten 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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