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Za'atar Roasted Eggplant

A low-sodium roasted vegetable plate from your Week 2 FareRx bag - about 19g carb and 2g protein per serving (USDA-estimated).

Hand-drawn illustration of roasted eggplant halves and cubes dusted with za'atar over salad greens with a lemon wedge
33 min
Total
2
Serves
Easy
Effort
Per serving
80
Cal
2g
Protein
19g
Carbs
6g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
1g
Fat
0g
Sat Fat
20mg
Sodium
310mg
Potassium

Estimated per serving - calculated from USDA FoodData Central and will vary with your portions.

Dietitian’s tip

Eggplant is a non-starchy vegetable, so this stays very low-carb - a steady-glucose side or light meal.

Heart-Healthy / Low-SodiumDiabetes-FriendlyMediterraneanRoastingContains Sesame

Ingredients

  • 1 eggplant, halved (or cubed)
  • 1 tsp za'atar seasoning
  • squeeze of lemon
  • handful salad greens
  • drizzle of olive oil

From your pantry: olive-oil.

Method

  1. 01

    Heat oven to 425 F.

  2. 02

    Brush eggplant lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with za'atar.

  3. 03

    cut-side down 22-25 min until soft and golden.

  4. 04

    Serve over salad greens with a squeeze of lemon.

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Dietitian’s notes

  • Score the cut sides in a crosshatch before roasting so the za'atar and heat reach the center.
  • Za'atar already carries salt - taste before adding any more.

Make it yours

Make it a meal

Add a scoop of hummus and a wedge of pita pocket on the side.

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