vegetarisch glutenvrij diner

Roasted Eggplant with Quinoa and Yoghurt Dressing

A nutritious and flavorful dinner filled with healthy ingredients. The eggplant is deliciously roasted until soft and juicy, served on a bed of citrus quinoa and topped with a fresh yoghurt dressing. A dish that will remind you of a sunny day in the Mediterranean. No stress! This dish is easy to make and full of flavor.

Prep time
45 min
Difficulty
Makkelijk
Servings
4

Ingredients

  • large eggplants
  • cup quinoa
  • cups water
  •  Juice of 1 lime
  • clove of garlic, finely chopped
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • tablespoons olive oil
  •  Handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped
  •  Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition facts
fat 20g
kcal 550
protein 18g
carbs 70g

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
  2. 2 Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh. Drizzle with olive oil and salt, then place them cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. 3 Roast the eggplants in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are soft and golden brown.
  4. 4 While the eggplants are roasting, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions. Add the lime juice for extra flavor.
  5. 5 Make the yoghurt dressing by mixing the yoghurt with the finely chopped garlic, a bit of salt and pepper, and half of the chopped coriander.
  6. 6 Serve the roasted eggplants on a bed of quinoa and drizzle with the yoghurt dressing. Garnish with the remaining coriander. Enjoy!