Miso-Roasted Eggplant with Crispy Chickpeas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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Velvety roasted eggplant and crunchy chickpeas glazed with umami-rich miso, served over a bed of wilted greens. This Japanese-inspired vegetarian recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs eggplant, chickpeas, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese-inspired cuisine 310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium eggplant
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas
2 tablespoons white miso paste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
5 ounces kale
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds, brush with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and arrange on a baking sheet.
Step 2: Rinse and pat dry chickpeas, toss with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and spread on the sheet pan with eggplant. Roast for 20 minutes until chickpeas are crispy and eggplant is tender.
Step 3: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon water in a bowl. Toss warm eggplant and chickpeas in the miso glaze, then arrange over chopped kale. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.