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Roasted Eggplant Recipe

Delicious Roasted Eggplant Recipe with Smoky Garlic Bliss

This Roasted Eggplant Recipe is a must-try, combining smoky garlic and thyme flavors with creamy eggplant, perfect for a healthy diet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Eggplant
  • 2 medium Eggplants sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil brush lightly on both sides
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or double if using fresh
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the medium-sized eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Brush both sides of each eggplant slice with olive oil and sprinkle the spice mixture generously over them.
  5. Drizzle more olive oil over the seasoned slices for added flavor.
  6. Roast the eggplant for 35-40 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  7. Let the roasted eggplant cool slightly before serving; drizzle with olive oil and fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, slice eggplants evenly and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet. Experiment with toppings like feta cheese or fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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