Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Chickpea and Eggplant Salad

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A vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring oven-roasted eggplant and chickpeas tossed in a tangy lemon and herb dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs eggplant, canned chickpeas, olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Dice 1 medium eggplant into 1-inch cubes and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas with 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and 2 minced garlic cloves.
  3. Step 3: When eggplant is roasted and cooled slightly, add it to the chickpea mixture along with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese on top before serving for a creamy contrast.

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