Mediterranean Eggplant (With Lemon Yogurt Sauce) (Edit recipe)

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Roasted eggplant is served with a tangy lemon yogurt sauce, chopped pistachios, and fresh mint. A fresh Mediterranean dish that’s easy to prep and is full of flavor.

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

14

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 Eggplant, medium globe
3 Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tsp Kosher Salt
.5 tsp Black Pepper, ground

Lemon Yogurt Sauce

.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
.5 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
1 clove Garlic, coarsely chopped
1 Lemon, zested and juiced
.5 cup Mint Leaves, lightly chopped

Topping

.25 cup Pistachios, Roasted, chopped
.125 cup Mint Leaves, chopped, for garnish
1 Extra Virgin Olive Oil, drizzled, optional

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Roast the eggplant

Preheat the oven to 425℉.
Slice the eggplant into rounds that are at least an inch in depth.
Place on a parchment paper lined sheet pan.
Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the flesh is golden and soft with the edges browned. Cool slightly.

Make the lemon yogurt sauce

While the eggplant is roasting make the sauce.
Place the yogurt, feta, mint, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Toppings

In a skillet or oven, roast the pistachios until lightly golden. Chop and set aside.
Chop extra mint for the topping.

Assemble

Place the eggplant on a plate or in a bowl.
Spoon the Lemon Yogurt sauce over the top.
Top with the mint, pistachios, and olive oil (if using). Serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days. The pistachios may soften if the eggplant is topped with the yogurt sauce. This dish is great warm or at room temperature. If you're serving it for a gathering, it holds up well sitting out. Serve over warm quinoa, lentils, or a scoop of herbed rice to make it a complete meal. You can also add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	171
Fat:	9 g
Carbohydrates:	11 g
Protein:	12 g
Cholesterol:	20 g
Sodium:	657 mg
Fiber:	3 g
Sugars:	2 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.