Honey and Za'atar Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Drizzle

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Roasted eggplant slices seasoned with za'atar and honey, finished with a creamy tahini sauce for a vibrant Mediterranean appetizer. This Mediterranean-inspired Hanukkah recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large eggplants, olive oil, za'atar spice blend for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut 2 large eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with 1/4 cup olive oil and sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp za'atar and 1 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Roast eggplant slices for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and golden brown at the edges.
  3. Step 3: While eggplant roasts, whisk together 1/3 cup tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 3 tbsp water in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp honey over the warm roasted eggplant slices, then drizzle the tahini sauce on top.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.

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