A Taste of Greece: How to Make Melitzanosalata
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 62kcal
Melitzanosalata is a Greek Eggplant Dip often served as a mezé platter with pita bread for dipping. It is a super healthy dip that my aunt always makes at our family parties! It is made with roasted eggplant, fresh garlic, and lemon juice! A simple yet delicious appetizer spread that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 2 Medium Eggplants (about 2 ½ lbs)
- ¼ Cup Olive Oil
- 2-3 Small Garlic Cloves Minced (or 1-2 large)
- 2 ½ Tbsp. Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp. Chopped Fresh Parsley
- *Salt and Pepper to taste
Charred Pita Bread Triangles (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425° F.
- Cut eggplants in half and place them on a baking sheet. Prick the outside of each with a fork a 6-7 times. Drizzle entire eggplant with olive oil and leave them cut-side down on baking sheet. Cover baking sheet with foil and bake for 45 min-1 hour. (You will know they're ready when you can easily pierce them with a fork). You really can't "overcook" your eggplant for this recipe so don't worry about leaving them in too long.
- When eggplants are cool enough to handle (about 20 minutes) remove skin and chop up with a knife until you have the consistency you prefer. **If you want your dip to be very smooth, you can simply add all of your ingredients to a food processor and blend together.
- If not using a food processor, add your eggplant, parsley, lemon juice and garlic to a large bowl and stir until combined. Season with salt and pepper to your liking! (Eggplant is very bland on its own so don't be afraid to add a good amount of salt!)
- For best results, allow flavors to infuse for at least an hour in the fridge before serving. Serve with charred or grilled pita or naan bread on the side!
Notes
*Add more or less garlic depending how much you like garlic.
*Make ahead of time and freeze for up to 12 weeks!
Nutrition
Serving: 10people | Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.3g | Protein: 0.7g | Fat: 5.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 2.1g | Vitamin C: 8mg