Experience the Daily Routine of Village Life in Albania with this Eggplant Recipe

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu provides a similar texture while being lower in fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and provide a similar crunch.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier alternative with more fiber.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh to create a boat.

Brush the eggplant halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Roast the eggplants in the oven until tender, about 25-30 minutes.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced tomatoes, bell peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 10 minutes until softened.

Mix in the scooped eggplant flesh and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Fill the roasted eggplant halves with the vegetable mixture.

Top with crumbled feta cheese and sprinkle with bread crumbs and pine nuts.

Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden.

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