Preheat your oven to 220°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Roasted Eggplant with Zesty Herb Dressing
This roasted eggplant recipe is a simple yet impressive side dish that anyone can enjoy. Paired with a high-protein, zesty dressing made with Brancourts Classic Cottage Cheese, it adds a creaminess without the heaviness. Perfect for seasonal dining, this dish works well as a side for grilled proteins or as part of a plant-based spread. It's a flavourful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients while adding a boost of protein to your plate.
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Method
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Cut the eggplant into 6 wedges lengthwise. Place them on the prepared baking tray.
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In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, tamari, apple cider vinegar, coconut sugar and black pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the eggplant wedges.
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Transfer the tray to the oven and roast for 30 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through for even caramelisation.
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In a bowl, mix the Brancourts Classic Cottage Cheese, garlic, parsley, mint, lime juice, sea salt and black pepper. Stir until well combined and creamy.
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Arrange the roasted eggplant wedges on a serving plate. Drizzle with zesty dressing and garnish with pickled onions, sesame seeds, fresh mint and dill. Serve with a lime wedge.
Note: Choose any variety from the Brancourts Cottage Cheese range that best suits your dietary needs and personal preferences.
Ingredients
1 eggplant
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon tamari
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup pickled onions
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Fresh mint to garnish
Fresh dill, to garnish
Lime wedge
Zesty Herb Dressing
3 tablespoons Brancourts Classic Cottage Cheese
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
1/2 lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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