Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant
A flavorful and healthy side dish featuring roasted eggplant with Mediterranean spices.
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange eggplant slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
- Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a crisper texture, salt the eggplant slices and let them sit for 15-20 minutes before rinsing and proceeding with the recipe.