YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Roasted Quinoa Stuffed Eggplant Boats
Enjoy a vibrant medley of roasted eggplant filled with a savory blend of quinoa, chickpeas, lean ground turkey, and aromatic herbs. This dish offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, featuring tender roasted eggplant boats, a hearty savory filling, and a burst of freshness from garlic and lemon, all crowned with a sprinkle of creamy feta cheese.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant, halved
1/2 cup cooked Quinoa
1/2 cup Chickpeas (drained)
3 oz Ground Turkey (cooked)
1 oz Feta Cheese
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the eggplant in half lengthwise and scoop out a bit of the flesh to create boats, leaving about a 1/2-inch thick shell.
Drizzle the eggplant halves with olive oil, season with a little salt and pepper, and place them cut side up on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until slightly tender.
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in a splash of olive oil until fragrant. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and fully cooked. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, combine the cooked turkey, cooked quinoa, chickpeas, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Fold in the roasted eggplant flesh that you scooped out, chopped finely.
Spoon the filling mixture into the roasted eggplant halves. Top each with crumbled feta cheese.
Return the stuffed eggplant boats to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until heated through and the feta has slightly melted.
Serve warm, and enjoy the delightful combination of herby, savory filling with the tender roasted eggplant.