It comes from afar, should be on your Chef’s radar, and makes you look like a culinary rockstar! You guessed it – it’s za’atar, a savoury Middle Eastern spice blend. This will elevate roasted aubergine halves, which rests on loaded quinoa dotted with charred corn & toasted almonds. A serving of crispy chickpeas and a drizzle of zesty cashew nut cream cheese complete this gastronomic triumph.
Za’atar Roasted Aubergine
Za’atar Roasted Aubergine
with crispy chickpeas & quinoa
Hands on Time: 30 - 45 minutes
Overall Time: 35 - 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- Almonds
- Aubergine
- Chickpeas
- Coconut Yoghurt
- Corn
- Cucumber
- Fresh Thyme
- Garlic Clove
- Garlic Cloves
- Kale
- Kale 160g
- Kale 80g
- Lemon Juice
- Quinoa
- Za'atar Spice
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Salt & Pepper
- Water
BRINJAL, EGGPLANT OR Aubergine?
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the Aubergine halves, cut-side-up, on a roasting tray. Using a sharp knife, score the flesh by creating a diamond pattern. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 30-35 minutes. At the halfway mark, spread out the drained chickpeas on a separate roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, add the za’atar spice and ½ the picked thyme to the scored aubergine.
ON TO THE Quinoa
Place the rinsed Quinoa in a pot with 150ml of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the tails have popped out, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain (if necessary). Set aside to steam, about 5 minutes.
A IS FOR Almonds
Place the Almonds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
CHARRED Corn
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Corn until lightly charred, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
PREP STEP
In a small bowl, combine the cashew nut cream cheese, the grated garlic (to taste), the lemon juice, and seasoning. In a separate bowl, toss together the cooked Quinoa, the charred corn, the shredded leaves, ½ the toasted nuts, seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil.
TIME TO DISH UP
Make a bed of the loaded Quinoa. Top with the roasted Aubergine, the crispy chickpeas, and the diced cucumber. Drizzle over the cashew dressing. Garnish with the remaining thyme and the toasted almonds.
BRINJAL, EGGPLANT OR Aubergine?
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the Aubergine halves, cut-side-up, on a roasting tray. Using a sharp knife, score the flesh by creating a diamond pattern. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 30-35 minutes. At the halfway mark, spread out the drained chickpeas on a separate roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, add the za’atar spice and ½ the picked thyme to the scored aubergine.
ON TO THE Quinoa
Place the rinsed Quinoa in a pot with 300ml of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the tails have popped out, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain (if necessary). Set aside to steam, about 5 minutes.
A IS FOR Almonds
Place the Almonds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
CHARRED Corn
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Corn until lightly charred, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
PREP STEP
In a small bowl, combine the cashew nut cream cheese, the grated garlic (to taste), the lemon juice, and seasoning. In a separate bowl, toss together the cooked Quinoa, the charred corn, the shredded leaves, ½ the toasted nuts, seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil.
TIME TO DISH UP
Make a bed of the loaded Quinoa. Top with the roasted Aubergine, the crispy chickpeas, and the diced cucumber. Drizzle over the cashew dressing. Garnish with the remaining thyme and the toasted almonds.
BRINJAL, EGGPLANT OR Aubergine?
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the Aubergine halves, cut-side-up, on a roasting tray. Using a sharp knife, score the flesh by creating a diamond pattern. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 30-35 minutes. At the halfway mark, spread out the drained chickpeas on a separate roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, add the za’atar spice and ½ the picked thyme to the scored aubergine.
ON TO THE Quinoa
Place the rinsed Quinoa in a pot with 450ml of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the tails have popped out, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain (if necessary). Set aside to steam, about 5 minutes.
A IS FOR Almonds
Place the Almonds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
CHARRED Corn
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Corn until lightly charred, 4-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
PREP STEP
In a small bowl, combine the cashew nut cream cheese, the grated garlic (to taste), the lemon juice, and seasoning. In a separate bowl, toss together the cooked Quinoa, the charred corn, the shredded leaves, ½ the toasted nuts, seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil.
TIME TO DISH UP
Make a bed of the loaded Quinoa. Top with the roasted Aubergine, the crispy chickpeas, and the diced cucumber. Drizzle over the cashew dressing. Garnish with the remaining thyme and the toasted almonds.
BRINJAL, EGGPLANT OR Aubergine?
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the Aubergine halves, cut-side-up, on a roasting tray. Using a sharp knife, score the flesh by creating a diamond pattern. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 30-35 minutes. At the halfway mark, spread out the drained chickpeas on a separate roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, add the za’atar spice and ½ the picked thyme to the scored aubergine.
ON TO THE Quinoa
Place the rinsed Quinoa in a pot with 600ml of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the tails have popped out, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain (if necessary). Set aside to steam, about 5 minutes.
A IS FOR Almonds
Place the Almonds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
CHARRED Corn
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Corn until lightly charred, 4-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
PREP STEP
In a small bowl, combine the cashew nut cream cheese, the grated garlic (to taste), the lemon juice, and seasoning. In a separate bowl, toss together the cooked Quinoa, the charred corn, the shredded leaves, ½ the toasted nuts, seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil.
TIME TO DISH UP
Make a bed of the loaded Quinoa. Top with the roasted Aubergine, the crispy chickpeas, and the diced cucumber. Drizzle over the cashew dressing. Garnish with the remaining thyme and the toasted almonds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Za’atar Roasted Aubergine?
The preparation time for Za’atar Roasted Aubergine with crispy chickpeas & quinoa is between 30 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Za’atar Roasted Aubergine with crispy chickpeas & quinoa?
The total time required to make Za’atar Roasted Aubergine with crispy chickpeas & quinoa is between 35 and 50 minutes.
How many servings does Za’atar Roasted Aubergine provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Za’atar Roasted Aubergine?
Almonds, Aubergine, Chickpeas, Coconut Yoghurt, Corn, Cucumber, Fresh Thyme, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Kale, Kale 160g, Kale 80g, Lemon Juice, Quinoa, Za'atar Spice
What is the nutritional information of Za’atar Roasted Aubergine?
Calories: 775, Carbs: 108 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 29.5 grams, Sugar: 17.9 grams, Salt: 380 grams
How do I prepare Za’atar Roasted Aubergine?
ON TO THE QUINOA: Place the rinsed quinoa in a pot with 300ml of salted water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the tails have popped out, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain (if necessary). Set aside to steam, about 5 minutes. A IS FOR ALMONDS: Place the almonds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. CHARRED CORN: Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the corn until lightly charred, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. PREP STEP: In a small bowl, combine the cashew nut cream cheese, the grated garlic (to taste), the lemon juice, and seasoning. In a separate bowl, toss together the cooked quinoa, the charred corn, the shredded leaves, ½ the toasted nuts, seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil. BRINJAL, EGGPLANT OR AUBERGINE?: Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the aubergine halves, cut-side-up, on a roasting tray. Using a sharp knife, score the flesh by creating a diamond pattern. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 30-35 minutes. At the halfway mark, spread out the drained chickpeas on a separate roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast until golden and crispy, 12-15 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, add the za’atar spice and ½ the picked thyme to the scored aubergine. TIME TO DISH UP: Make a bed of the loaded quinoa. Top with the roasted aubergine, the crispy chickpeas, and the diced cucumber. Drizzle over the cashew dressing. Garnish with the remaining thyme and the toasted almonds.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Za’atar Roasted Aubergine?
Almonds, Aubergine, Chickpeas, Coconut Yoghurt, Corn, Cucumber, Fresh Thyme, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Kale, Kale 160g, Kale 80g, Lemon Juice, Quinoa, Za'atar Spice
How many calories does Za’atar Roasted Aubergine have?
775 calories
How much fat content does Za’atar Roasted Aubergine have?
grams
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