Levantine

Levantine Raheb Salad

A delicious and refreshing roasted eggplant salad prepared the traditional Levantine way with fresh vegetables, pomegranate molasses, and olive oil.

40 min 4 servings 135 cal/serving Easy 7 views
Levantine Raheb Salad

Instructions

  1. Roasting the Eggplant
    Prick the eggplants in several places with a fork, then roast them directly over an open gas flame or in the oven, turning occasionally until the flesh is completely tender and the skin is charred to achieve the distinctive smoky flavor. · 25 min
  2. Peeling and Draining
    Place the roasted eggplant in a covered bowl for a few minutes to make peeling easier, then peel it and place it in a colander for 10 minutes to drain off any excess bitter liquid. · 10 min
  3. Chopping the Eggplant
    Coarsely chop the eggplant flesh with a knife on a cutting board without mashing it in a blender to maintain the salad's authentic texture. · 2 min
  4. Mixing the Ingredients
    In a deep bowl, combine the chopped eggplant with the tomato, green bell pepper, green onion, parsley, mint, and minced garlic. · 2 min
  5. Seasoning
    Add the lemon juice, salt, pomegranate molasses, and half of the olive oil, then gently toss the ingredients until the flavors are well combined. · 1 min
  6. Serving
    Transfer the Raheb salad to a serving dish, garnish with pomegranate seeds, crushed walnuts, and the remaining olive oil, and serve chilled or at room temperature. · 1 min

Nutrition / serving

135
cal
2.1
protein g
9.5
carbs g
10.5
fat g

Chef's tips

For an authentic smoky flavor, it is best to roast the eggplant over an open gas flame rather than in the oven, and be sure to chop the eggplant with a knife rather than using a food processor so the mixture does not turn into a smooth paste.