Healthy Recipes Healthy Ingredient Recipes Healthy Vegetable Recipes Healthy Eggplant Recipes Roasted Eggplant with Lemon 5.0 (1) 1 Review This simple recipe for roasted eggplant with lemon is both tangy and savory and is a delicious side dish to pair with chicken or salmon. In addition to lemon, we season the eggplant with salt, pepper and the herbal, nutty flavor of za'atar. Za'atar is a seasoning blend that typically contains oregano and thyme (or similar herbs); sumac, which has a pleasant citrus flavor; and toasted sesame seeds. Chili powder, coriander and cumin may also be included in some za'atar blends. By Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 28, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Margaret Monroe Dickey Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Dairy-Free Diabetes Appropriate Egg Free Gluten-Free High Fiber Low Carbohydrate Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegan Vegetarian Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 large eggplant (2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper 1 teaspoon za'atar (Optional) Directions Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss eggplant with oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and za'atar, if desired, in a medium bowl until combined. Spread in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Flip the eggplant pieces and continue roasting until browned, about 10 minutes. Rate it Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 154 Calories 11g Fat 14g Carbs 2g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 cup Calories 154 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 14g 5% Dietary Fiber 6g 21% Total Sugars 8g Protein 2g 4% Total Fat 11g 14% Saturated Fat 2g 10% Vitamin A 54IU 1% Vitamin C 9mg 10% Vitamin E 2mg 13% Folate 52mcg 13% Vitamin K 8mcg 7% Sodium 295mg 13% Calcium 23mg 2% Iron 1mg 6% Magnesium 33mg 8% Potassium 535mg 11% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved