Eggplant salad

60 min
medium
9 ingredients

Eggplant salad

Eggplant salad is a traditional dish with its roots in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, where eggplant has been a fundamental ingredient for centuries. In different Latin American countries, this preparation goes by various names, such as "ensalada de berenjenas" in Argentina, "ensalada de berenjena asada" in Chile, and "berenjena al escabeche" in Mexico, although variations may include different cooking methods and dressings that reflect the culinary diversity of each region.

This dish is valued for its smoky flavor, the softness of the roasted eggplant, and the freshness of its accompanying ingredients. Traditionally, it is consumed as an appetizer or side dish, standing out as a light and healthy option that takes advantage of the versatility of eggplant.

How to Make Eggplant Salad

Eggplant salad is a refreshing and easy-to-prepare dish, ideal for warm days or as a side for a complete meal. Below, we show you how to make it step by step using fresh ingredients that enhance its flavor.

Ingredients:
Eggplant, Green Bell Pepper, Olive Oil, Sesame Seeds, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Mint, Salt, Pepper, Paprika.

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C).

Prick the eggplant in several places and bake until the skin is charred, 20 to 30 minutes.

Remove the eggplant from the oven, place it in a paper bag, and let it cool.

Remove and discard the skin.

In a bowl, mash the pulp.

Add the remaining ingredients, mixing well to combine.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

Serve cold.

Eggplant salad

Ingredients (9)

  • Eggplant
  • Green Bell Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • Sesame Seeds
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Fresh Mint
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Paprika

Instructions (8 steps)

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 260°C (500°F)
  2. 2 Prick the eggplant in several places and bake until the skin is charred, 20 to 30 minutes
  3. 3 Remove the eggplant from the oven, place it in a paper bag, and let it cool
  4. 4 Remove and discard the skin
  5. 5 In a bowl, mash the pulp
  6. 6 Add the remaining ingredients, mixing well to combine
  7. 7 Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate
  8. 8 Serve cold

Nutritional Information

Calories: 78 kcal
Protein: 3%
Carbohydrates: 3%
Fat: 6%
Sugar: 14%
Sodium: 24%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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