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Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant

Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant: A Flavorful Delight to Savor

Discover the delightful Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant, a flavorful dish featuring creamy feta and fresh tomatoes, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 2 medium Eggplants Firm varieties for best texture.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality for fullest flavor.
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
For the Tomato Mixture
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Fresh or canned, diced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano For Mediterranean flavor.
  • to taste pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble for finishing touch.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice eggplants into thick rounds (½ inch) and arrange on the baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Roast eggplants for 12-15 minutes until golden, then flip and roast for an additional 10-12 minutes until tender.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté red onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, cook for 5-7 minutes until softened, then add oregano and fresh lemon juice.
  6. Assemble dish by layering tomato-onion mixture over roasted eggplant and crumbling feta cheese on top.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to add proteins or experiment with different ingredients to suit your taste.

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