Mutabal
Mutabal is a creamy, smoky dip from the Levant, primarily made from roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It is often confused with baba ghanoush but is distinguished by its richer, smoother texture and the absence of tomatoes or pomegranate molasses in its base recipe.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in healthy fats from tahini and provides a good source of dietary fiber and plant-based protein. A typical serving contains roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 35 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 3 mcg |
Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Mutabal is unique because the eggplant is traditionally charred whole over an open flame, which imparts a deep, smoky flavor that is central to its identity. Nutritionally, it offers a heart-healthy profile rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.
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