Description
Roasted Aubergines and Butter Beans in Chili Pesto is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that elevates simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. The creamy butter beans complement the velvety roasted aubergines, all brought together by a zesty chili pesto. Perfect for any gathering, this dish will wow your guests and turn skeptics into veggie lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large aubergines (about 500g), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 can (400g) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 tablespoons chili pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Arrange sliced aubergines on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted aubergines with butter beans and chili pesto; stir gently.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg