We are so happy to share this simple vegetarian recipe for Roasted Baby Eggplant With Tomato with you. When we initially got home from the farmers market, we weren’t sure how we would cook these gorgeous eggplants, but we knew we wanted something simple. So of course we knew we had to have them!
Baby eggplants are not only the cutest little vegetable (can you even stand how adorable they are!), but they are also quite flavorful and tender. This recipe is so tasty, low in calories, and high in fiber. Roasted Baby Eggplant With Tomato makes a vibrant accent to any meal and works great as an appetizer as well. This eggplant is seriously one of the best eggplant recipes you’ll ever make. So if you’re ready, let’s start cooking!
I’m not normally a fan of miniaturised vegetables, but the in case of baby eggplants I make an unqualified exception. Their size gives them an advantage over fully grown versions because you can roast them quickly while the skins keep them from collapsing into mush.
What you’ll need to make Roasted BAby Eggplant With Tomato
- Olive oil
- 15-18 baby eggplant
- Garlic
- Onion
- Grape tomatoes
- Salt & pepper
- Oregano
- Spinach
- Feta cheese (omit if vegan)
The ingredient list for this dish shows that it only needs a few things, most of which you probably already have. As we’ve already mentioned, the dish’s exceptional flavor is a result of its simplicity. What taste combination could be more ideal than fresh tomatoes, garlic, and spinach coupled with oregano, garlic, and onions? Oh, so heavenly!
Baby eggplants work well in this dish because they are slightly sweeter and have fewer seeds than the larger-sized eggplants you often get in the grocery store. Plus, we love how easy they are to cook with no peeling or salting. Nevertheless, if you don’t have access to baby eggplant, using a regular-sized eggplant will also work. Just slice up the larger eggplant into either rounds of long strips. (cooking times may vary)
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FAQ
Are small eggplants edible?
Do smaller eggplants taste better?
Can you eat immature eggplant?
Can eggplants be small?
Can you eat eggplant year-round?
Eggplants are generally available year-round, with peak season in the northern hemisphere being late-summer. Select an eggplant with a smooth, untarnished skin. The small and medium-sized ones will have a better, sweeter flavor, less seeds, and a more delicate skin. Eat within 5 days of purchasing, as these will get more bitter with time.
How can one use eggplant?
Some ways to enjoy eggplant are: in a curry, stir-fry, as Babaganoush, with pasta, eggplant pizza, breaded and baked, as eggplant lasagna.
Do You Really need mini eggplants for this dish?
Yeah, you really do need mini eggplants for this dish. Sorry, guys. Try your farmers market in the summer. Or Whole Foods. Preheat the oven to 400*. Wash and dry the eggplants. Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thin. You’ll need 20-or-so slices.
What to eat with sliced eggplant?
Sliced eggplant is combined with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic and herbs for a surprising flavor punch! It’s an amazing side dish or appetizer and can be enjoyed so many ways. Read on for more! Eggplants have an amazing deep, earthy flavor and meaty texture that makes them so versatile to work with.