The Charred Eggplant and Tahini Spread combines smoky, grilled eggplant with creamy tahini, lemon juice, and freshly minced garlic to create a dip that's both flavorful and nutritious. This Mediterranean-inspired spread is smooth and rich, perfect for serving with fresh veggies, pita bread, or even as a side to your favorite grilled meats.
Pierce the eggplants several times with a fork. Place them on the hot grill and cook, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft, about 20-25 minutes.
Remove the eggplants from the grill and let them cool slightly. Peel off the charred skin and discard it.
Place the eggplant flesh in a food processor along with the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, and salt. Process until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables.