Greek · appetizer
Melitzanosalata
Melitzanosalata reads citrus 6.5, sourness 5.9 and allium 4.6 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Greek appetizer, about 35 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 3.3 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 1.8 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 8.3 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 3.2 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.8 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 5.0 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Citrus 6.5 · Sourness 5.9 · Allium 4.6 · Richness 4.4 · Salinity 3.1 · Earthy 2.8 · Herbaceous 2.5 · Umami 2.0 · Bitterness 1.8 · Warm Spice 1.6 · Sweetness 1.4 · Fruity 1.4 · Nutty 1.3 · Floral 1.0 · Heat 0.9
What's in it (8)
- 2 large eggplant
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Time & effort: about 35 min (25 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 28.9 kcal, 1.1 g protein, 0.2 g fat, 6.7 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Char eggplants directly over a flame or under a broiler until the skin is blackened and the flesh is soft.
- Scoop out flesh, drain excess liquid, then mash with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Season and serve at room temperature.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.