Spicy Aubergine Dip with Carrot Dippers

5.00 (6)
⏱ 15 mins 🍽 Serves 4 ✅ Easy 🏷 Healthy diet plan

This quick and healthy snack features a flavourful dip made from aubergine, harissa, and cumin, blended with coriander and yogurt. It is served with fresh carrot batons for dipping, offering a nutritious option that contributes two portions towards your daily fruit and vegetable intake. The entire dish is prepared in just 15 minutes.

Spicy Aubergine Dip with Carrot Dippers

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp harissa
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 aubergine diced
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander
  • 2 tbsp bio yogurt
  • squeeze of lemon or lime juice
  • 4 carrots (80g each), cut into quarters lengthways

Method

  1. Place the harissa, cumin, diced aubergine, and 2 tbsp water into a small non-stick pan.
  2. Cover the pan with a lid and cook the mixture for 10 mins until the aubergine becomes soft, stirring now and then to avoid sticking. Add a splash more water if needed.
  3. Stir in the coriander, yogurt, and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.
  4. Use a hand blender to blitz the mixture directly in the pan until smooth.
  5. Divide the finished dip between four small pots or bowls.
  6. Serve each portion with a quartered carrot for dipping.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories74 kcal
Fat2 g
Saturates1 g
Carbs10 g
Sugars9 g
Fibre6 g
Protein3 g
Sodium64 mg

Recipe details

Skill levelEasy
CategoryHealthy diet plan
DietEgg-free, Gluten-free, Low calorie, Low carb, Low fat, Low sugar, Nut-free, Vegetarian