Crispy Baked Eggplant with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils

Crispy Baked Eggplant with a hearty mix of lentils, spinach, and chickpeas creates a satisfying and nutritious dish perfect for a late-night snack. This flavor-packed meal is both healthy and filling, making it an ideal choice for those midnight cravings.

Crispy Baked Eggplant with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils
45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cooked lentils - 1 cup (240g)
  • Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240g), drained and rinsed
  • Fresh spinach - 2 cups (60g), chopped
  • Onion - 1 small, diced
  • Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled (optional)

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  4. Bake the eggplant slices in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.
  5. While the eggplant is baking, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the cooked lentils, chickpeas, chopped spinach, cumin, and lemon juice. Cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.
  8. Once the eggplant is done, serve the crispy slices topped with the lentil, spinach, and chickpea mixture, and sprinkle with feta cheese if using.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 55 g
  • Fiber: 18 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
  • High in plant-based protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.

Tags

AmericanHealthyMidnight