"Roasted Eggplant with tahini, lemon, garlic, cumin, parsley and a hint of smoky paprika makes a fabulous dip or spread. Filled with protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber it makes a great meatless meal...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 medium-sized eggplant (mine was about 8" long)
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1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
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Juice of one lemon (about 1/4 cup)
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3 cloves garlic, minced (I used roasted garlic from my Garlic Confit recipe, if using raw garlic, reduce to 2 cloves)
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
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salt, to taste
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Optional garnishes:
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1 tablespoon olive oil (I used garlic infused)
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kalamata olives
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chopped roasted red pepper