I just love dishes based around eggplant – it’s so mild, kinda like summer squash or zucchini. It’s a little sweet with a barely-there vegetal bitterness.
I thought the best way to kick things off here would be with a really easy, simple recipe.
This recipe requires just 6 ingredients, namely eggplants (obvs) and an array of spices including coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, chili powder and ground black pepper.
You will need to slice the eggplant, coat it in the mixture, bake it, then broil it.
The recipe yields a total of 8 servings, coming in at a mere 180 calories each.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Eggplant Parmesan is one of the most popular vegan eggplant recipes on the internet, and rightly so.
Eggplant Parmesan is an Italian dish, and traditionally it’s made up of eggplant slices coated in homemade breadcrumbs, and then layered with melted cheeses and a rich marinara sauce.
This recipe, with its vegan twist, uses vegan-friendly ingredients such as Parmesan cheese and almond milk.
It takes a while to cook, but it’s absolutely worth it!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Here we have another super simple recipe, and better yet, it can be ready to eat in a matter of just half an hour, so it’s perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
You will only need 6 ingredients, namely eggplant, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt.
All you have to do is apply the seasoning to the eggplant slices and bake. It’s that simple.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Ratatouille is a traditional French dish, and it’s basically a vegetable stew featuring summer vegetables such as tomatoes, zucchini, peppers and eggplant.
This version is a twist on the classic recipe, featuring fusilli pasta, green lentils, diced tomatoes, leeks, garlic, Italian seasoning, white wine vinegar, and fresh basil leaves.
The recipe yields 6 servings. It takes a good 45 minutes to make, but it’s 100% worth the wait!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Not only is this recipe delicious, but it’s super convenient as well, because it only takes a mere 10 minutes to make.
It doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, just eggplant, cannellini beans, chickpeas, chili powder, smoked paprika, tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, tahini, and a little salt and pepper to taste.
And you can make the whole thing in just one pan.
I like it served with roast potatoes, but you could serve it with rice if you prefer.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
This is a great tasting Asian inspired stir-fry dish, and it’s packed with healthy veg, including the likes of eggplant (obvs), bell peppers, portabello mushrooms, and diced onion.
Then there are other flavorful ingredients, like hoisin sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic cloves, fresh ginger, fresh Thai basil, and cooked brown rice for carbs.
And if you wish, you can also add a splash of sriracha sauce!
It can be ready to eat in as little as half an hour – perfect for a weeknight!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
You’ve heard of cheese filled roulades and rollatinis right? Well, this is a great vegan alternative.
It’s fun and easy to make, and you will only need 6 ingredients in total, namely eggplant, olive oil, vegan mayo, garlic, roasted walnuts, and you can also throw in some optional dill or parsley.
You can serve it with pasta, salad, grains, or potatoes.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
This is such a flavorful and warming curry, and it’s 100% vegan too.
It has a host of ingredients, including eggplant, diced tomatoes and onion, and many seasonings including garlic cloves, ginger, cardamom, coriander, black peppercorns, turmeric, and optional fresh herbs.
And for a wonderful creaminess, there’s also a generous portion of coconut milk.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
This is such a great recipe – hearty and healthy and tastes amazing!
It features flavorful ingredients such as eggplant (obvs) bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, bread crumbs, salt and pepper to taste and vegan cheese (optional but highly recommended).
The recipe yields 4 servings coming in at 373 calories each. It does take a while to make, but it’s 100% worth the wait!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
I love Moroccan dishes like this one – so healthy and warming.
This dish features a nice array of healthy veg, including eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, and cucumber, alongside chickpeas, pomegranate seeds, and couscous.
Then for seasonings, there’s garlic cloves, chili powder, ground cumin, and sweet paprika. It tastes great served with slices of preserved lemons!
Better yet, it can be ready to eat in as little as half an hour – perfect for a busy weeknight!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
I can confirm, these pretty little rotalinis taste as good as they look!
It has all kinds of flavorful ingredients, including eggplant (obvs), garlic, soy sauce, millet, basil, diced celery, grated carrot, diced onion, fresh spinach, and salt and black pepper to taste.
You can also add some optional nutritional yeast.
It does take a while to make, so maybe save this one for a rainy weekend.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
And now to go out with a bang! This is such a flavorful dish to finish off with. You’ve got creamy tender eggplant, stuffed with deliciously herby quinoa, and rich sesame seed paste.
Then it gets topped off with a wonderful Mediterranean salsa, featuring some red onion for a sweet crunch, salty capers, and fresh lemon juice, and juicy halved cherry tomatoes. Delicious!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Wrap Up
I hope you’ve enjoyed browsing through my shortlist of the best vegan eggplant recipes on the internet.
I sure enjoyed putting it together, and I’m sure there’s going to be something in there that you want to try. Bon appétit!
Hi, I’m Eve Mason and I’ve been a vegan since almost five years now.I can honestly say that veganism has changed my life for the better.The past few years I’ve been on a quest to find affordable vegan friendly food.Fortunately, meat-free alternatives have now become available in most supermarkets, which has made my life a lot easier.
I love cooking at home, but for those who don’t like cooking at all, there are more and more restaurants that offer vegan options as well nowadays.
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