Description
Looking for a quick, healthy, and budget-friendly dinner idea? This tasty eggplant dish is a perfect meat-free meal packed with flavor. With soft, sautéed eggplant, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic onions, this dish is simple yet incredibly satisfying. Top it with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 eggplants, cubed
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 8 tomatoes, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Greek yogurt (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and cube the eggplants. Peel and slice the onions thinly. Wash and dice the tomatoes. Mince the garlic. Chop the fresh parsley.
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Cook the Eggplant: Add cubed eggplants to the pan and stir. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly browned.
- Add the Tomatoes and Seasoning: Stir in diced tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down into a rich sauce.
- Finish with Fresh Parsley: Stir in chopped parsley, reserving some for garnish.
- Serve with Greek Yogurt: Transfer to a serving dish and top with Greek yogurt and fresh parsley.
- Enjoy: Serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or quinoa.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, roast the eggplant before adding it to the pan.
- Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes.
- For a smoky taste, grill the eggplant instead of sautéing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired