Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIstrosMelintzanosalata (vegan) (gf) Recipe

Melintzanosalata (vegan) (gf) Recipe

Inspired by Istros
Time1h
Serves4

smoked aubergine dip | passion fruit | garlic | fresh herbs | florina peppers

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Aubergines

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick the aubergines with a fork in several places to prevent them from bursting. Place them on a baking sheet and roast for about 30-40 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool.

  2. 2

    Roast the Florina Peppers

    While the aubergines are roasting, place the Florina peppers on another baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning them occasionally until the skin is blistered and charred. Remove from the oven, cover with a kitchen towel for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins and remove the seeds.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Garlic

    While the aubergines and peppers cool, peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Mixing the Ingredients

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a food processor, scoop the flesh of the cooled aubergines into the bowl. Add the roasted Florina peppers, chopped garlic, the pulp of the passion fruit, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.

  2. 5

    Add Seasoning

    Pour in the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Dip

    Transfer the Melintzanosalata to a serving bowl. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired. Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers.

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