These Grilled Eggplant and Tahini Tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meat tacos. The smoky flavor of the grilled eggplant pairs perfectly with the creamy tahini sauce, creating a satisfying meal that is both nutritious and full of flavor.
This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any taco night.
Delicious Grilled Eggplant Tacos
This recipe features slices of eggplant marinated and grilled to perfection, then served in warm tortillas with a drizzle of tahini sauce. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Water to thin the tahini sauce
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
- Sliced radishes and avocado for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggplant: In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Brush the mixture on both sides of the eggplant slices.
- Grill the Eggplant: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the eggplant slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have grill marks.
- Make the Tahini Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and enough water to reach your desired consistency.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place grilled eggplant slices on each tortilla, drizzle with tahini sauce, and top with fresh cilantro, radishes, and avocado if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, garnished with additional tahini sauce and fresh herbs.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g