Recipe
Salad with arugula, roasted eggplant, chickpeas and red onion
Lotte Boonstra
30 Jul 2023
Serves
1
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Prepare to indulge in a quick and easy delight that doubles as a refreshing lunch or a low-carb dinner option. This Salad with arugula, roasted eggplant, chickpeas, and red onion combines simplicity with bold flavors, making it a versatile and satisfying meal for any time of day. Whether you're in need of a nutritious lunch on-the-go or a light, flavorful dinner after a long day, this recipe has you covered. Let's dive in and discover how to whip up this delectable salad in no time!
Ingredients
50 grams arugola
1 eggplant
1 tablespoon italian herbs
200 grams chickpeas
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika powder
Handfull of basil
1 teaspoon blackpepepr
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 red onion
1/2 lemon
Instructions
01
Start by heating up some olive oil in a frying pan.
02
Take the eggplant and cut it into thin slices, then add them to the hot pan. Be cautious about the pan's heat, so the eggplant doesn't soak up too much oil.
03
Sprinkle the eggplant slices with pepper, salt, and Italian herbs, and let them roast until they turn a beautiful golden color. Depending on your pan's size, you might need to roast the slices separately.
04
Once the eggplant is nicely roasted, drizzle a bit more oil into the pan.
05
Time to add some flavorful spices! Toss in cumin, paprika powder, and garlic powder. Toast these spices for about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn them since the pan is probably already hot.
06
Now, drain the chickpeas and add them to the pan. Mix them with the aromatic oil and let them bake together for a few minutes.
Right before the chickpeas are done, chop some fresh basil and toss it in for that delightful burst of flavor.
07
Next up, thinly slice the onion into half rings.
08
Grab a bowl and fill it with arugula. Arrange the eggplant slices on top, followed by the seasoned chickpeas and red onion.
09
Finally drizzle the juice lemon juice on top for a fresh finish.