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Easy 40 min~90 kcal 1/10
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Melitzanosalata
Charred eggplant folds with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and parsley into a smoky Greek mezze dip.
Medium⏱️ 2 hr 25 min📖 1 min readServes 6~190 kcal🇬🇷 Greek🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 55 min cook 75 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 25 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 15 min
- Cooking55 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 4 eggplant
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) olive oil
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) lemon juice
- 0.5 red onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.3 bunch parsley
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Pierce the eggplants in several places with a fork.
- 2
Roast the eggplants in a 200°C oven for 50 to 55 minutes, until completely soft.
55 min55:00 - 3
Place the eggplants in a covered container for 10 minutes, then peel them.
10 min10:00 - 4
Drain the eggplant flesh in a sieve for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Finely chop the red onion, garlic, and parsley.
- 6
Chop the eggplant with a knife and mix with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 7
Add the onion, garlic, and parsley, then serve at room temperature.
💡 Tip: Chopping the eggplant with a knife leaves a more natural, lightly chunky texture than blending.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a mezze plate with olive oil, parsley, and toasted bread.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~190
kcal calories
3
g protein
14
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 6%Carbs 29%Fat 65%
GI 19 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL
11.4g
Sugar
9.5g
Fiber
394.6mg
Sodium
2.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
2/10Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
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FAQ
How many servings does Melitzanosalata make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Melitzanosalata take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 55 minutes, including 75 minutes of passive resting; 145 minutes in total.Is Melitzanosalata difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Melitzanosalata have?
Approximately 190 kcal per serving. Protein: 3g, carbs: 14g, fat: 14g.Is Melitzanosalata allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Melitzanosalata belong to?
This recipe belongs to Greek cuisine.How many ingredients does Melitzanosalata need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Melitzanosalata filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 2/10; keeps you full only briefly, you may get hungry quickly. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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