Mediterranean Eggplant Dip

This flavorful dip is ready in less than 30 minutes -- and it keeps in the refrigerator for up to three days. Serve it with toasted baguette slices.


Mediterranean Eggplant Dip

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Servings: 14
Prep Time: 20 mins
Related Categories: Appetizers

 
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup
    canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
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  • 1 tablespoon
    fresh mint leaves
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  • clove garlic
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  • 1 tablespoon
    fresh lemon juice
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    kosher salt
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  • 1 cup
    grilled* or roasted eggplant
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  • 1/4 cup
    extra virgin olive oil
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    Olive oil and fresh mint
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    Walnuts, toasted
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    Grilled pita wedges or focaccia
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Grilled Eggplant
  • 1/2 inch slices eggplant
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  • 2 tablespoons
    olive oil
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    kosher salt
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Directions
1.
In food processor finely chop chickpeas, mint, and garlic. Add lemon juice, salt, and eggplant. With processor running, add olive oil in a steady stream; process until smooth. Transfer to serving dish; drizzle olive oil, sprinkle fresh mint, and walnuts. Serve with grilled pita.

Grilled Eggplant
Brush eggplant slices with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt. Grill on uncovered grill directly over medium coals for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender, turning once. Cool slightly; process in food processor until slightly chunky.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 79, Total Fat 6 g, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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