YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Roasted Quinoa Stuffed Eggplant Boats
Savor the scrumptious combination of tender roasted eggplant boats loaded with a medley of protein-packed quinoa, lentils, chickpeas, and fresh spinach. Finished with a hint of tangy reduced-fat feta and a burst of fragrant herbs, this dish offers a beautiful balance of textures and flavors, perfect for a nourishing meal any time of day.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (300g)
1/2 cup Cooked Quinoa (92g)
2/3 cup Cooked Lentils (110g)
1/4 cup Reduced-Fat Feta Cheese (40g)
1/2 cup Cooked Chickpeas (82g)
1 cup Fresh Spinach (30g)
2 cloves Garlic
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Mixed Fresh Herbs
2 teaspoons Olive Oil
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the eggplant in half lengthwise and score the flesh lightly with a knife, leaving a border along the skin. Scoop out some of the flesh, creating a boat, and reserve the scooped eggplant.
Brush the eggplant halves with olive oil, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and roast in the oven for 20 minutes until slightly softened.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cooked lentils, cooked chickpeas, chopped spinach, and minced garlic. Finely chop the reserved eggplant flesh and add it to the mix.
Add lemon juice and mixed fresh herbs to the bowl, stirring gently to combine all the flavors.
Once the eggplant boats are roasted, remove them from the oven and spoon the quinoa mixture into each boat.
Sprinkle the reduced-fat feta cheese over the stuffing, then return the filled eggplant boats to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the feta is warmed and slightly melted.
Serve warm and enjoy your nutrient-rich stuffed eggplant boats.