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Ingredient · 69 recipes

Recipes with Eggplant

The best ways we cook with eggplant — real recipes with method and macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.

Grilled Whole Mackerel en Papillote with Shiso, Yuzu, & Charred Eggplant PuréeSophisticated
Dinner

Grilled Whole Mackerel en Papillote with Shiso, Yuzu, & Charred Eggplant Purée

A whole fish steamed in parchment with aromatic herbs, then finished with a silky, deeply flavored eggplant foundation and bright citrus brightness

930 cal · 87g protein · 75 min
pescatariangluten-free
Pan-Fried Sardine Bruschetta with Green Tomato Caponata & Crispy BreadcrumbIntermediate
Appetizer

Pan-Fried Sardine Bruschetta with Green Tomato Caponata & Crispy Breadcrumb

Delicate fish, tart caponata, a confident sear, rustic-elegant

873 cal · 30g protein · 40 min
high-proteinomega-3
Melanzane Ripiene in Cartoccio with Burrata, Pine Nut Cream & Pomegranate ArilsIntermediate
Appetizer

Melanzane Ripiene in Cartoccio with Burrata, Pine Nut Cream & Pomegranate Arils

Eggplant parcels en papillote revealing creamy burrata, toasted pine nut sauce and jeweled pomegranate

624 cal · 19g protein · 40 min
vegetariangluten-free
Charred Summer Vegetable & Uni Chirashi with Dashi Gelee & Crispy Rice Cake BaseSophisticated
Lunch

Charred Summer Vegetable & Uni Chirashi with Dashi Gelee & Crispy Rice Cake Base

A refined scattered-sushi composition with bursts of umami and textural contrast built on a crispy, chewy foundation

841 cal · 22g protein · 75 min
pescatariangluten-free-option
Crispy Eggplant Rolls with Spiced Lamb, Burnt Chili & LabnehIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Eggplant Rolls with Spiced Lamb, Burnt Chili & Labneh

Caramelized eggplant, warm spiced lamb ragù, cool tangy yogurt

616 cal · 24g protein · 42 min
paleo-friendlydairy-free-option
Roasted Eggplant & Pomegranate Caponata RigatoniIntermediate
Lunch

Roasted Eggplant & Pomegranate Caponata Rigatoni

Whole-grain pasta with charred vegetables, pomegranate molasses and torn ricotta salata

956 cal · 26g protein · 50 min
vegetarianitalian
Charred Eggplant & Pomegranate Dumplings with Walnut-Cilantro OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Charred Eggplant & Pomegranate Dumplings with Walnut-Cilantro Oil

Crispy-fried wontons filled with spiced eggplant and pomegranate pearls

650 cal · 12g protein · 40 min
vegetarianintermediate
Charred Eggplant Caviar with Whipped Labneh, Burnt Garlic & Pomegranate OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Charred Eggplant Caviar with Whipped Labneh, Burnt Garlic & Pomegranate Oil

Smoky roasted eggplant dip crowned with herbed labneh, crispy garlic chips, and pomegranate-chili oil

351 cal · 8g protein · 33 min
vegetariangluten-free
Crispy Eggplant Rounds with Pomegranate-Walnut Sauce & Toasted Sesame OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Eggplant Rounds with Pomegranate-Walnut Sauce & Toasted Sesame Oil

Tender interior, shattering crust, sweet-tart depth

551 cal · 6g protein · 31 min
vegetarianintermediate
Spiced Lamb Shoulder Chops with Charred Eggplant Purée & Green Olive-Pomegranate CouscousSophisticated
Dinner

Spiced Lamb Shoulder Chops with Charred Eggplant Purée & Green Olive-Pomegranate Couscous

Thick-cut lamb, pan-seared & aromatic, over silky eggplant & jeweled grain pilaf

1094 cal · 29g protein · 53 min
high-proteingluten-free-optionpaleo-friendly
Spiced Labne & Charred Eggplant Dip with Crispy Pita ChipsIntermediate
In-between

Spiced Labne & Charred Eggplant Dip with Crispy Pita Chips

Smoky roasted eggplant stirred into strained yogurt with warm spices

527 cal · 20g protein · 23 min
vegetariangluten-free-adaptable
Spatchcock Chicken with Green Curry, Charred Eggplant & Thai BasilSophisticated
Dinner

Spatchcock Chicken with Green Curry, Charred Eggplant & Thai Basil

Butterflied whole chicken, aromatic curry sauce, crispy skin

978 cal · 73g protein · 85 min
high-proteingluten-free
Crispy Eggplant Fritters with Spiced Yogurt & Black Garlic OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Eggplant Fritters with Spiced Yogurt & Black Garlic Oil

Golden-fried eggplant rounds with cooling yogurt and umami drizzle

668 cal · 19g protein · 37 min
vegetariangluten-free-option40-minute
Eggplant Involtini with Ricotta, Basil & Charred Tomato CoulisSophisticated
Dinner

Eggplant Involtini with Ricotta, Basil & Charred Tomato Coulis

Silken eggplant rolls filled with herbed fresh cheese

944 cal · 31g protein · 75 min
vegetarian
Crispy Eggplant & Tahini Fritters with Burnt Lemon EmulsionIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Eggplant & Tahini Fritters with Burnt Lemon Emulsion

Battered, golden fritters with a silky sesame sauce and charred citrus punch.

639 cal · 10g protein · 32 min
middle-easternvegetarian
Charred Eggplant & White Miso Dip with Toasted Pita ChipsIntermediate
Appetizer

Charred Eggplant & White Miso Dip with Toasted Pita Chips

Smoky, umami-rich eggplant purée with white miso and sesame oil—a diner-inspired dip with real depth.

606 cal · 16g protein · 28 min
vegetarianvegan-adaptable
Crispy Miso Eggplant Rounds with Ponzu Emulsion & Crispy CapersIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Miso Eggplant Rounds with Ponzu Emulsion & Crispy Capers

Silky roasted eggplant coated in miso and toasted panko, seared until golden, dressed with an airy ponzu foam.

452 cal · 5g protein · 34 min
vegetariangluten-free-adaptable
Grilled Halloumi & Charred Eggplant Salad with Pomegranate & PistachioIntermediate
Lunch

Grilled Halloumi & Charred Eggplant Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachio

Squeaky cheese & smoky eggplant over herbed greens, jeweled with pomegranate seeds

836 cal · 35g protein · 28 min
high-proteinvegetarian
Crispy Spiced Chickpea Fritters with Charred Eggplant Purée & Pomegranate OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Spiced Chickpea Fritters with Charred Eggplant Purée & Pomegranate Oil

Crunchy-creamy, spiced warmth, tart finish

645 cal · 15g protein · 30 min
vegetarianvegan-option30-minute
Seabass Rôti et Légumes d'ÉtéIntermediate
Lunch

Seabass Rôti et Légumes d'Été

Pan-roasted Mediterranean seabass with charred young eggplant, heirloom tomatoes, niçoise olives & saffron beurre blanc

657 cal · 38g protein · 33 min
high-proteingluten-freepescatarian
Miso-Glazed Mackerel with Charred Eggplant & Black SesameEasy
Dinner

Miso-Glazed Mackerel with Charred Eggplant & Black Sesame

Rich fish, umami glaze, charred vegetable sweetness

459 cal · 34g protein · 22 min
high-protein30-minutegluten-free-option
Charred Eggplant & Tomato Bharta with Crispy Shallot Oil, Soft Naan & Cilantro RaitaSophisticated
Lunch

Charred Eggplant & Tomato Bharta with Crispy Shallot Oil, Soft Naan & Cilantro Raita

Smoky roasted vegetable purée layered with caramelized aromatics

1817 cal · 54g protein · 70 min
vegetariansmokyone-pot
Eggplant Tatin with Tomme de Savoie & Herb OilSophisticated
Lunch

Eggplant Tatin with Tomme de Savoie & Herb Oil

Vegetable meets tarte Tatin—caramelized, elegant, and shareable

1000 cal · 18g protein · 75 min
sophisticatedvegetarian
Burnt Aubergine Dip with Pomegranate & Crispy BreadcrumbsIntermediate
Appetizer

Burnt Aubergine Dip with Pomegranate & Crispy Breadcrumbs

Charred eggplant purée with pomegranate molasses, topped with toasted breadcrumbs and crispy shallot oil.

520 cal · 10g protein · 36 min
veganmediterraneangluten-free