Keto Recipe #1 - Roasted Eggplant Boats With Feta

Are you looking for a Keto friendly vegetarian recipe? Look no further. We are bringing you an easy to make Roasted Eggplant Boat recipe with some interesting Mediterranean twists making this Keto recipe a great and wholesome vegetarian option for Ketogenic diet followers.

The idea of combining Keto with Mediterranean flavours is to achieve recipes that are bursting full of regional flavours. The most convincing thing about this recipe is that these delicious Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Boats come together in less than 20 minutes! Now that is worth a try, don’t you think?

Before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a look at the nutritional contribution of the ingredients used in this recipe...

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‍Nutritional Value of Ingredients  

• Eggplant is a great meat substitute when you are trying to keep your protein macros in check.
• Mediterranean spices such as oregano and sumac are antioxidant powerhouses.
• Tomatoes goes well in a Keto recipe as they are extremely low on carbs and are a great source of Vitamin C & K, Potassium and Folate.
• Bell peppers are low on carbs and high in antioxidants. They are also a good source of Vitamin A, C & B6.
• Feta cheese is rich in protein, calcium and beneficial fatty acids yet low on carbs.
• Olive oil offers both saturated and mono-saturated fat, as well as the essential fats, Omega-6 & Omega-3.

Eggplant is a Keto friendly vegetable and is widely used in Mediterranean cuisine as well. Seasoned with Mediterranean spices such as oregano & sumac, and topped with chopped tomatoes, assorted bell peppers and feta cheese, you’ll have the delicious oven roasted eggplant boats that are perfect for a side dish or a light vegetarian dinner.

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‍Recipe Card

• Number of Servings - 2
• Preparation Time - 10 minutes
• Cooking Time - 10 minutes

Method of Preparation

• Toss the eggplant in olive oil, seasoning, sumac and oregano and mix. Roast at 180 degrees Celsius for 8 - 10 minutes or till done.
• Toss the tomato and bell peppers in olive oil, herbs and seasoning as well and roast at 180 degrees Celsius for 8- 10 minutes or till done.
• For assembly, top each half of the boat with 2-3 tablespoons of the roasted vegetable mixture.
• Top with crumbled feta cheese, pomegranate seeds, finely chopped parsley and drizzle with Olive Oil on top. Serve it hot.

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