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Chickpea-stuffed eggplant

Eggplant boats, chickpeas, tomato. Vegan, roast-soft, pita optional—this one doesn't need it.

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Chickpea-stuffed eggplantChickpea-stuffed eggplant

$1.27 a serving · 45 min

  • Makes leftovers
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Nut-free
  • PCOS-friendly
  • Heart-healthy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Mediterranean
  • Healthy
  • Beans & lentils

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $5.07 if you cook for four.

Protein
22g
Carbs
32g
Time
45 min

Ingredients

Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Eggplant1
  • Lemons1
  • Fresh parsley3 tsp

Pantry

  • Chickpeas (can)1
  • Canned diced tomatoes1
  • Olive oil2 tsp

Spices

  • Ground cumin1 tsp
  • Dried oregano1 tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 400°F. Halve the eggplant, score the flesh, and rub with oil. Roast cut-side down 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Flip. Spoon over chickpeas, tomatoes, cumin and oregano. Roast 20 minutes more until the eggplant is collapsed and the filling is hot.

  3. 3

    Finish with lemon and parsley.

People also ask

What to serve with Chickpea-stuffed eggplant?
Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Thai green chicken curry, or Air-fryer chicken thighs & sweet potato. Those sit in the same style as Chickpea-stuffed eggplant and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Chickpea-stuffed eggplant?
Yes. Chickpea-stuffed eggplant holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Chickpea-stuffed eggplant last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Chickpea-stuffed eggplant vegan?
Yes. Chickpea-stuffed eggplant is vegan.
Is Chickpea-stuffed eggplant vegetarian?
Yes. Chickpea-stuffed eggplant is vegetarian.

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