Roasted Israeli Eggplant 

This roasted Israeli eggplant is inspired by the eggplant appetizer at one of my favorite Israeli restaurants – HaSalon. This combination of flavors is absolutely insane. My entire family was speechless! Try to pick out an eggplant that is lighter, it will bake better in the oven. This dish can be enjoyed on its own or with Grilled Chicken Burgers.

Roasted Israeli Eggplant 

Serves 2 

INGREDIENTS 

• 1 eggplant, cut in half long way
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 
• Sea salt and pepper to taste 
• 1 tomato, skin removed and grated 
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped 
• 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes 
• 2 tsp tahini 

DIRECTIONS 

• STEP 1. Preheat oven to 400 F or 200 C. 
• STEP 2. Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Drizzle eggplant with olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper to taste. Make a few vertical and horizontal slices across eggplant. Place face down in the baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes, until soft. 
• STEP 3. While the eggplant is baking, grate the tomato in a bowl and discard the skin.
• STEP 4. Chop onion and chives and set aside. Remove eggplant from oven and place in a serving dish. Top with grated tomato, onions, chives, chili flakes and drizzle with tahini. Enjoy hot or cold. 

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