Baba Ghanoush with Chives

 
 

Ingredients

 

  • 1 globe eggplant 

  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil 

  • Salt 

  • 2 cloves of garlic

  • ¼ cup of tahini 

  • 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice 

  • 1 bunch of chives 

  • Cucumber & Bell peppers for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

  • Cut the eggplant in half and coat each side with olive oil and salt. Bake for 30-45 minutes. Allow the eggplant to cool for 10-15 minutes. 

  • Scoop out the insides of the eggplant and place it in a bowl. Remove any remaining pieces of skin. 

  • Chop 1 tablespoon of chives & two cloves of garlic. Add to the bowl with eggplant. Add tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and a generous pinch of salt, and mix with a fork until the dip is well-mixed and smooth. Add more olive oil if needed. 

  • Top with additional chives or smoked paprika. Serve with sliced cucumbers, bell pepper, or bread.

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