Baba Ganoush Dip
Baba Ganoush is a creamy, smoky dip made from roasted or grilled eggplant, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. It originates from the Levantine region of the Middle East, with popular variations found across Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Baba Ganoush is generally low in carbohydrates and protein but moderate in healthy fats, primarily from olive oil and tahini. A typical 1/4-cup serving provides around 80-100 calories, along with fiber, potassium, and antioxidants from the eggplant.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 8 µg |
| Folate | 30 µg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish's signature smoky flavor comes from charring the eggplant over an open flame before blending, a technique that also enhances its nutritional profile by concentrating certain antioxidants. Culturally, it's a staple of mezze spreads and is celebrated for being a nutritious, plant-based alternative to hummus.
