Mediterranean Eggplant Pita with Yogurt Sauce

Mediterranean Eggplant Pita with Yogurt Sauce

A creative take on Mediterranean flavors, featuring roasted eggplant slices nestled in warm pita bread, topped with a zesty yogurt sauce and fresh herbs. This dish balances classic Mediterranean ingredients with a slightly modern twist.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
45 min

Ingredients

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2 medium eggplant
4 tbsp olive oil
2 clove garlic
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 pita bread
1 cup plain yogurt
¼ cup fresh mint
¼ cup fresh parsley
½ cucumber

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Slice eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds. In a large bowl, toss eggplant slices with 3 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.

    20 min

  4. 4

    While the eggplant roasts, prepare the yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, combine plain yogurt, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh mint, chopped fresh parsley, the remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir well.

  5. 5

    Warm the pita bread slightly (in the oven for the last few minutes of eggplant roasting, or in a skillet).

  6. 6

    Assemble the pitas: Spread a generous amount of yogurt sauce on each pita. Top with roasted eggplant slices. Garnish with finely diced cucumber and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Perfect With

Tabbouleh saladLentil soupGreek salad