ZAALOUK MOROCCAN EGGPLANT SALAD | Roasted Eggplant (Aubergine) and Tomato Dip | Warm Moroccan Salad

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits and flavor.

parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh basil

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more economical and still adds flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro is a cost-effective alternative.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Black pepper is a common seasoning and adds spice.

Roast the aubergine in the oven at gas mark 5 for about 20 minutes.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add crushed garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down.

Stir in the roasted aubergine, cumin powder, paprika, turmeric, and tomato puree.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Mix in chopped coriander and parsley.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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