The Vegan Roasted Eggplant Boats with Herbed Ricotta & Tomatoes is a tasty meal. It has 220 calories. Make your recipe in 55 minutes. You may serve your Vegan Roasted Eggplant Boats with Herbed Ricotta & Tomatoes at parties, lunches, events, functions, dinners, or occasions. It contains eggplants, olive oil, salt, firm tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, fresh basil, fresh parsley, black pepper, cherry tomatoes, and dried oregano. Also, you may pair your dish with pita bread, toasted sourdough, brown rice, herbed bulgur wheat, chickpea salad, coconut water, or iced herbal tea. You may store your recipe in your refrigerator for 2-3 days. Your dish is not hard to prepare, as the instructions are simple.
STATS:
- Course: Main
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Servings: 2
- Cook time: 35-40 minutes
- Serving size: 2 eggplant halves
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 220 kcal
EQUIPMENT:
- Brush
- Oven
- Fork
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Baking tray
INGREDIENTS:
BASE:
- 2 medium lengthwise halved eggplants
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Two tbsp olive oil
- Half tsp black pepper
VEGAN HERBED RICOTTA:
- One cup crumbled firm tofu
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Two tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 minced garlic clove
- One tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt
TOPPINGS:
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Pinch of salt
- One tsp olive oil
- Pinch of dried oregano
INGREDIENT NOTES:
EGGPLANT:
- This becomes soft when we roast & absorbs taste very well. You may use zucchini boats or bell peppers as an alternative.
FIRM TOFU:
- Tofu provides a creamy and protein-rich texture to your dish. Also, it replaces the dairy ricotta in your recipe and gives a mild taste. You may use cashew cream as another idea.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon includes freshness and a tangy taste to your dish. It maintains the richness of tofu in your meal. You may use apple cider vinegar as per your choice.
FRESH HERBS:
- Herbs provide fresh aroma and Mediterranean flavor to your meal. Also, they make your recipe bright and flavorful. You may use cilantro or dried herbs as an alternative.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- Tomatoes give juiciness and natural sweetness to your dish. You may use regular chopped tomatoes as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL YEAST:
- It gives a cheesy taste to your dish without using dairy products. We may also use vegan parmesan instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat your oven to 200°C and cut eggplants in half lengthwise.
- You will lightly score the inside part and brush with olive oil, then sprinkle pepper & salt on it.
- We will bake your eggplant for 30 minutes and scoop a little of the center flesh from your cool eggplants.
- Then mix your scooped eggplants with tofu, lemon juice, herbs, garlic, and nutritional yeast & fill the eggplant boats with your mixture.
- Lastly, put cherry tomatoes on top and drizzle olive oil & bake for ten minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Cucumber Mint Salad
- Chickpea Salad
- Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing
BREADS:
- Pita Bread
- Toasted Sourdough
- Garlic Whole Wheat Bread
DRINKS:
- Iced Herbal Tea
- Green Tea
- Lemon Mint Water
- Coconut Water
TIPS:
- You will roast your eggplant to get a soft texture.
- We should not overfill boats with your mixture so it does not spill.
- You may use fresh herbs for the best taste in your meal.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put your meal in a box and keep it for 2-3 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze your meal without tomatoes for one month.
FAQs:
Can I make my recipe without oil?
- Yes, you may roast your eggplant without oil using parchment.
Is tofu necessary in my dish?
- No, you may replace it with cashew cream as per your preference.
Can I serve my dish cold?
- Yes, you may serve your dish as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net carbs: 14 grams
Total carbs: 18 g
Fiber: 6 grams
Protein: 12 g
Fat: 12 grams
Sodium: 320 mg
Potassium: 780 milligrams
Calcium: 180 mg
Iron: 2.8 milligrams
Vitamin A: 650 IU
Calories: 220 kcal
