Çılbır Salatası

Çılbır Salatası is a vibrant and refreshing Turkish salad that combines roasted eggplant and tomatoes with a zesty garlic and tahini dressing. This vegan dish is perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish, bursting with rich Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 200 grams
• Tomatoes - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Tahini - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into rounds about 1 cm thick and place them on a baking tray.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and tender.
4. While the eggplant is roasting, chop the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
5. In a separate bowl, crush the garlic and mix it with tahini, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to form a smooth dressing.
6. Once the eggplant is roasted, let it cool slightly before adding it to the bowl with the chopped vegetables.
7. Pour the tahini dressing over the salad and gently mix to combine all ingredients.
8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 17 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and eggplant, which support heart health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding in weight management.

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