Baby Aubergines with Oregano and Red Onions

Roasted baby aubergines marinated in red wine vinegar, red onions, garlic, and olive oil, served at room temperature.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 140 kcals 840 kcals
Carbohydrates 3 grams 18 grams
Fat 13 grams 78 grams
Protein 1 grams 6 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Liquids
22.5
ml
Water
cold
NutsSeeds
2
tsp
Oregano
dried
1
tsp
Sea Salt Flakes
or 1/2 tsp pouring salt
1
clove
Garlic
peeled, grated or minced
1
bunch
Oregano
fresh sprigs for garnish
OilsFats
45
ml
Olive Oil
regular
Vegetables
500
g
Aubergines
baby, sliced in half lengthways with stalks attached
1
piece
Red Onion
cut into thin half-moons

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 250°C.
  • Slice the baby aubergines in half lengthways keeping the stalks attached.
  • Pour olive oil into a roasting tin, add dried oregano and aubergines, then toss to coat.
  • Arrange aubergines cut-side up and roast for 15 minutes until tender and golden.
  • Place sliced red onion in a bowl and cover with red wine vinegar and salt.
  • Transfer cooked aubergines to a platter.
  • Whisk extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and cold water into the onion-vinegar mixture.
  • Pour the mixture over the warm aubergines and arrange the onions evenly.
  • Cool to room temperature for 30 minutes and garnish with fresh oregano before serving.