Tired of hummus? Try this easy, nutrient-rich baba ganoush
Baba ganoush is a simply delicious dip to prepare — a smooth and nutrient-rich alternative to the ever-popular hummus.
I’ve made it so often through the years that I no longer use measurements or directions; I’m just on autopilot. I had to dig back through the years and reach out to my friends to find the specifications of my original recipe.
Fortunately, it’s been requested so often that it didn’t take long to find a copy.
In the unlikely event that you have leftovers, you can make a delicious lunch the next day; just spread it on a pita stuffed with your favorite fresh veggies.
• Karen Nochimowski is the author of the cookbook “6-Minute Dinners (& More!),” featuring more than 100 simple recipes. Karen also started and runs Momma Chef’s Soup Kitchen and Momma Chef’s Little Free Pantries. Part of her cookbook proceeds go toward feeding those facing food insecurity. Find her book on Amazon.
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Simple Baba Ganoush
1 large eggplant
2 tablespoons (30 ml) mayonnaise
2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Preheat the oven to 450°F and adjust a rack to the upper third of the oven.
Place the eggplant on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet and, using a fork, prick the eggplant in several places.
Bake the eggplant for about 25 minutes on each side until it is very soft.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and salt.
Remove the eggplant from the oven, split it down the middle, and scrape out the flesh.
Add the eggplant flesh to the mayonnaise mixture, and stir well.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors blend together.
Tips: Before serving this to guests, I like to sprinkle the baba ganoush with some fresh parsley or paprika. This baba ganoush will stay good in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
(Dairy-free, gluten-free, low-carb, nut-free, sesame-free, vegetarian)
— Karen Nochimowski