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Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant
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Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant: A Flavorful Delight!

Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant is a flavorful and healthy dish featuring roasted eggplant slices seasoned with olive oil, spices, and topped with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants sliced into 1-inch rounds
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced eggplants, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and smoked paprika. Toss until the eggplant slices are evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the eggplants are tender and golden brown.
  5. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the halved cherry tomatoes to the baking sheet.
  6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
  • Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous for a complete meal.

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