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Recipes13 Apr 26
3 min

Simple Roasted Aubergine Sandwich (Plant-Based, High in Fibre)

This sandwich is a celebration of the aubergine in its silkiest, smokiest form. Roasted until meltingly tender, the aubergine slices soak up olive oil and paprika like a sponge, then collapse luxuriously into crusty sourdough. There's a generous smear of tangy yoghurt or tahini, a pop of lemon, maybe some herbs, and it all comes together in a way that’s messy, satisfying, and borderline meditative to eat. From a nutrition standpoint, this plant-based sandwich is rich in dietary fibre and polyphenols, key for gut health and long-term inflammation reduction. Aubergines contain nasunin, a powerful antioxidant found in their purple skin, while tahini brings calcium and healthy fats to the mix. Add in the slow-digesting carbs from good bread, and you've got a lunch that powers you through the afternoon . If you’re searching for a healthy aubergine sandwich recipe that’s fibre-rich and easy to prepare, this one ticks all the boxes.

Sandwich à l’aubergine rôtie (végétal, riche en fibres)

Ingredients

  • 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1 cm thick rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Sea salt and black pepper
  • 2 slices of sourdough or quality wholemeal bread
  • 2 tbsp plain yogurt or tahini (or a mix of both)
  • A squeeze of lemon juice
  • Fresh herbs (mint, parsley or cilantro), optional
  • Pickled onions or sliced tomatoes, optional

Preparation

Here we go!

Preparation steps

Step 1

Roast the eggplants

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Arrange the aubergine slices on a baking sheet. Brush them generously with olive oil on both sides, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 2

To spread

Meanwhile, toast the bread if you want a crispy texture. Spread the yogurt or tahini on one or two slices of bread. Add a drizzle of lemon juice.

Step 3

Assemble the sandwiches

Arrange the roasted eggplants, then add herbs or extras like pickled onions or tomatoes. Close, cut in half, and enjoy warm.

Here we go!

Preparation steps

Step 1

Roast the eggplants

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Arrange the aubergine slices on a baking sheet. Brush them generously with olive oil on both sides, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 2

To spread

Meanwhile, toast the bread if you want a crispy texture. Spread the yogurt or tahini on one or two slices of bread. Add a drizzle of lemon juice.

Step 3

Assemble the sandwiches

Arrange the roasted eggplants, then add herbs or extras like pickled onions or tomatoes. Close, cut in half, and enjoy warm.

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C.
  2. Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Brush them generously with olive oil on both sides, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, tender, and slightly crispy at the edges.
  4. Meanwhile, toast the bread if you want a crispy texture.
  5. Spread yogurt or tahini on one or two slices of bread. Add a drizzle of lemon juice.
  6. Arrange the roasted eggplants, then add herbs or extras like pickled onions or tomatoes.
  7. Close, cut in half, and enjoy warm.

Enjoy your meal!

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