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Baba ganoush in a bowl with pita, sliced red peppers and orange peppers.

Baba Ganoush Without Garlic

This smoky and creamy eggplant dip is perfect with fresh veggies and pita bread. It can also be used as a sandwich spread. No food processor is needed for this easy recipe.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Middle Eastern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Draining Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 105kcal
Author: Jen Cardenas

Ingredients

  • 2 eggplants
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing and serving if desired
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice fresh, if you can
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  • Cup the eggplants in half length-wise. Lightly brush each cut side with olive oil and place cut side down on the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven. Scoop out the eggplant from the skin and place in a mesh strainer over a bowl or measuring cup. Allow the extra liquid to drain for about 5 minutes. Discard the liquid.
  • Place the drained and cooked eggplant in a medium bowl. Use a fork to break up any stringy pieces.
  • Add in the 2 T. olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, salt and smoked paprika. Stir really well until well combined.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature before serving. If desired, drizzle a little extra olive oil on top when you are ready to serve. Store baba ganoush in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mesh strainer
  • Bowl

Notes

  • I highly recommend using fresh lemon juice.  However, in a pinch you can use bottled.
  • You do not need a food processor for this recipe as just stirring with a fork will break it all up.
  • I love eating baba ganoush with cut up pita bread and red, orange, and yellow bell peppers.  But it's also amazing as a sandwich topper or on burgers.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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