16 Creative Eggplant Recipes That Even Meat Lovers Will Crave
Eggplant is one of the most versatile vegetables you can cook with, soaking up bold flavors while adding a hearty, satisfying texture to every dish. These recipes prove there’s no shortage of delicious ways to enjoy it. These 16 creative eggplant recipes are so flavorful and filling, even meat lovers will be coming back for seconds.
Italian Eggplant Sandwich
This Italian eggplant sandwich is bursting with flavor! Fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, and tapenade pair perfectly with eggplant.
Easy Eggplant Pizza
Use eggplant for the crust to make eggplant pizza! These mini pizzas are tasty and easy to make, covered in garlicky sauce and gooey cheese.
Eggplant Hummus
As an ultra fan of hummus, I proclaim this roasted eggplant hummus the second-best thing. You can char or bake the whole eggplant which gives it a smoky, deep flavor that is just fabulous! Ready in 45 minutes, it’s a flavorful and healthy dip recipe!
Persian Eggplant Stew
A richly delicious vegan dish that delivers some serious flavor, Persian eggplant stew is an easy recipe to make, one that will impress your friends and family.
Stuffed Eggplant
This authentic Stuffed Eggplant recipe is a my family’s popular Lebanese dish made with a spiced beef & rice stuffing and cooked in a garlicky tomato broth!
Japanese Eggplant with Garlic & Ginger
This Japanese eggplant recipe makes the vegetable taste irresistible! Roast it with garlic and ginger for a simple side dish.
Eggplant Parmesan Caprese Skillet Pizza
A delicious deep dish caprese skillet pizza, layered with crispy baked eggplant Parmesan, fresh tomatoes, spinach, & basil, and creamy mozzarella cheese.
Excellent Eggplant Fries Recipe
You and your kids are sure to love these breaded eggplant fries, crispy and a good way to use up any extra eggplants!
Maqluba
Maqluba is a traditional Arabic rice dish made by layering vegetables, meat, and broth with rice, which is then flipped over to reveal a savory rice cake.
Eggplant Pasta Casserole
This Vegetarian Eggplant Pasta Casserole is an easy delicious pasta recipe with added vegetables for variety in texture, nutrition and flavor
Baked Eggplant Parmesan
An oven-fry method creates this crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan that rivals any fried version. This is an easy, updated take on the classic Italian dish.
Best-Ever Eggplant Meatballs
This eggplant meatballs recipe is absolutely delicious! Made with garlic and Parmesan, the meatballs have a surprisingly juicy texture. Serve with pasta and marinara for a satisfying dinner!
Baba Ganoush
Baba Ganoush is a dish made by pureeing eggplant with herbs and spices to create a unique dip or spread. Similar to hummus, baba ganoush is delicious on sandwiches, eggs, or with vegetables.
Vegan Eggplant Parmesan
Crispy baked eggplant layered with your favorite marinara sauce and easy vegan mozzarella cheese, this Vegan Eggplant Parmesan is the BEST way to eat eggplant.
EASY ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP
This Easy Roasted Eggplant dip is so delicious you will never believe that is it healthy. But it is! It is naturally vegan, gluten free, low calorie and keto/paelo friendly. Plus it is so simple to make. The roasted eggplant is mixed with fresh garlic and cumin, then salt and chilli perk up the flavor and extra virgin olive oil to finish the dish. With no tahini and no dairy this eggplant dip is the perfect appetizer or pot luck dish.
Miso Glazed Eggplant
My baked and broiled Miso Glazed Eggplant strikes a delicious balance of silky texture and sweet, umami flavor. It’s creamy in the middle with crisp edges and a bubbly, caramelized sauce on top. This satisfying vegan/vegetarian recipe is ready in only 30 minutes.
