YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Roasted Quinoa Stuffed Eggplant Boats
Enjoy a beautifully vibrant dish featuring tender roasted eggplant boats filled with a savory blend of quinoa, chickpeas, grilled chicken, and fresh vegetables, all elevated by crumbled feta and a burst of fresh herbs. This balanced meal offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, from the smoky eggplant to the zesty burst of cherry tomatoes and red onion, perfectly finished with a drizzle of olive oil.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium eggplant, halved (approx. 150g for one boat)
0.5 cup cooked quinoa (93g)
0.33 cup chickpeas (50g)
4 ounces grilled chicken breast (113g)
1 ounce feta cheese (28g)
5 cherry tomatoes, halved (50g)
2 tablespoons red onion, diced (20g)
1 teaspoon olive oil (5g)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplant in half lengthwise and score the flesh lightly with a knife.
Brush the cut side of the eggplant with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place the eggplant halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the flesh is tender and slightly browned.
While the eggplant roasts, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
Dice the grilled chicken breast into small pieces and add it to the filling. Season the mixture with fresh parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
Once the eggplant is tender, remove it from the oven and spoon the filling generously into the eggplant halves.
Return the stuffed eggplant boats to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes to warm through. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.