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Eggplant

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Eggplant

Eggplant is a member of the Solanaceae family, which also includes other crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers.

It is grown during the summer months, as it requires high temperatures to yield quality fruit. With regard to its nutritional value, the eggplant is low in calories and rich in vitamins such as B6, K, and C, as well as trace elements like Sodium, Magnesium, and others.

The most commonly known types of eggplant are:

  • Flask-shaped eggplants
  • Tsakonian eggplants
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Ideas

Some ideas on how to use eggplants!

As an ingredient in salads

As a main ingredient in moussaka, or stuffed eggplants (papoutsakia)

Grilled or baked as a side dish

Fried or baked as eggplant salad