10 Delicious Eggplant Recipes From All Around The World

Are you looking for some recipe inspiration? In this list, you will find 10 delicious eggplant recipes that are super simple and quick! Give them a try! >>>

Eggplants are simply amazing! They’re extremely delicious, easy to work with and, most of all, they’re the epitome of versatility! There are (literally) countless delicious recipes with eggplants out there, from all over the world. Think of the Greek ‘melitzanopita’, a delicious eggplant pie, or the Italian ‘parmigiana di melanzane’ (eggplant parmesan) – all these recipes are bursting with flavor and they’re super easy to make, even if their name sounds fancy and complicated.

Eggplants have been a staple vegetable for hundreds of years and, in case you don’t have some strange and unpleasant eggplant allergy (apparently that’s a thing!), I urge you to try some new recipes today! I know that eggplant is oftentimes underrated, but trust me, you will start loving it once you try one of the recipes below.

And because I want to offer you some inspiration from all over the world, I put together a list with great vegan eggplant recipes that are both quick and extremely delicious! You will find here 10 of my favorite eggplant recipes that I prepare every time I’m in the mood for something flavorful and easy. From roasted eggplants to casseroles, burgers, and salads,  these recipes will provide just the inspiration you need for your next meal!

Click on the linked titles in order to access these delicious quick & easy vegan recipes for when you’re not in the mood to cook! You will find here many simple and delicious recipes created by me that I totally recommend trying.

Delicious Eggplant Recipes

1. Perfect Oven Roasted Eggplants

Let’s start with the simplest recipe with eggplants out there: oven-roasted eggplants! 🙂 What could be easier? Follow this quick step-by-step recipe and find out how to create the perfect roasted eggplants each and every time. Trust me, the taste is not boring at all!

2. Eggplant Casserole – Vegan Greek Moussaka

If you follow my blog, you may already know about my love for casseroles. They’re easy to put together, they’re versatile and they’re the absolute best idea for meal prep. This eggplant casserole is no exception, of course, and it was inspired by the classic Greek moussaka recipe, but vegan!

3. Vegan Greek Pie with Eggplants – Melitzanopita

The Greeks do love eggplants, that’s for sure! Otherwise, they wouldn’t have so many traditional recipes that include at least a bit of eggplant. For example, this melitzanopita is a yummy greek pie with eggplants and, you guessed it, it’s extremely easy to make!

4. Vegan Eggplant Parmesan

Eggplant parmesan has to be one of my favorite eggplant recipes in this entire list! It’s super yummy and it’s also great for meal prep. You can bake a big tray of eggplant parmesan over the weekend and it will keep perfectly in the fridge for the next days. Oh, and let me tell you one more thing: this recipe is 100% vegan!

5. Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

In case you’re a fan of the Asian cuisine, then you MUST try this recipe for Chinese eggplant with garlic sauce! Eggplants and garlic go together perfectly and this recipe is the perfect solution for those days when you need a quick fix. Give a try and you’ll be amazed by the flavors!

6. Eggplant Burger

If you want some comfort food and feel like indulging in something unhealthy such as a burger, think again! Why order a burger when you can make your own vegan eggplant burger in no time? It’s extremely easy to make and super yummy! You can make multiple patties and freeze them – this way you can have an eggplant burger whenever you wish!

7. Summer Salad with Charred Peppers and Roasted Eggplant

Now’s the perfect time to make this summer salad with charred peppers and roasted eggplants. It’s bursting with summer flavors and putting it together will be effortless. You just need to bake some veggies, toss them in a bowl with the rest of the ingredients and you’re good to go!

8. Eggplant Dhal | Lentil and Eggplant Stew

If you’re craving a yummy stew, this one’s the right recipe for you! This filling lentil and eggplant stew, also known as ‘Dhal’, is a classic Indian dish that is guaranteed to make you fall in love. It’s simple, yummy, and quick – what could you want more?

9. Creamy Vegan Eggplant Pasta

Of course, I couldn’t omit a pasta recipe from this yummy list, am I right? Pasta is always a good idea, and this creamy vegan eggplant pasta has been one of my favorite recipes for many years now. It tastes super special, but it’s actually extremely easy to make. The best combo! 🙂

10. Mutabal | Tahini Eggplant Spread

Here’s yet another yummy and effortless spread: mutabal! If you love eggplants and tahini as well, then you must give this recipe a try. It’s very similar to a hummus, only with eggplant – what’s not to love here?