Lemon Garlic Roasted Eggplant 🍋🧄
A light and flavorful side dish that’s simple to make and full of zesty, garlicky goodness!
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare the lemon-garlic mixture by combining olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices generously with the lemon-garlic mixture.
- Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the eggplant becomes tender and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: N/A
Tips:
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
- For extra creaminess, serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt on top.
