Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 1.5 pounds total)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a crisscross pattern. Brush the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Place them cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the flesh is soft and slightly caramelized.
- While the eggplants are roasting, prepare the crispy chickpeas. In a bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Spread them out on a separate baking sheet.
- After the eggplants have been roasting for about 15 minutes, add the chickpeas to the oven and roast them for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
- Once the eggplants are done, let them cool slightly, then scoop the flesh into a food processor. Add tahini and lemon juice, and blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve the eggplant purée in a bowl, topped with the crispy chickpeas and garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, try roasting the eggplants with a sprinkle of cumin or coriander.
- Serve the purée with pita chips or fresh vegetables for dipping, or use it as a spread on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg