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Rich Mediterranean meze, source of protein and fiber, balanced in vitamins and minerals
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze (80 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 80 g
88
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
4.9g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 19% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.32 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze is made by combining cooked eggplant with chopped tomato, cheese and basil. Roast or bake the eggplant until tender, let it cool, then season the mixture with olive oil and your preferred herbs or spices.
Feta or another crumbly, tangy cheese works well in cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze. A milder cheese gives a gentler flavor, while salty feta can season the whole dish, so taste before adding extra salt.
Cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze is usually served cool or at room temperature. Chilling it briefly lets the flavors mingle, but add fresh basil close to serving so it stays fragrant and does not darken.
Serve cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze with toasted bread, pita or flatbread, or as part of a spread of small dishes. It also works alongside grilled vegetables or a simple main course.
Either method works, but roasting or grilling gives cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze a smoky flavor without adding much oil. Let the cooked eggplant cool and drain excess liquid before mixing it with the other ingredients.
Cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze is a Mediterranean-style combination rather than one fixed, universally documented traditional recipe. Meze traditions span several cuisines, and the cheese and eggplant preparation vary by cook and region.
Yes, you can prepare the eggplant mixture for cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze ahead of serving. For the freshest flavor and color, stir in the basil near serving time and add the tomato shortly before serving if it is very juicy.
Keep cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Use a clean serving utensil, and discard it if its smell or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, dried basil can season cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze, though its flavor is less fresh and can be more concentrated. Add a small amount, taste, and adjust; fresh basil is best added just before serving.
For a lighter cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze, roast or grill the eggplant instead of frying it, and use only enough olive oil to coat the mixture. Drain the cooked eggplant well so it does not make the meze greasy or watery.
Vitamins
B12
0.28µg · 12% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
60µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
208mg · 9% DV
Calcium
88mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 88 calories in 1 serving (medium) (80 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cheese, eggplant, tomato and basil meze brings together tender eggplant, juicy tomato, cheese and fragrant basil in a Mediterranean-style small plate. Rather than belonging to one fixed regional recipe, it draws on familiar ingredients and the tradition of sharing meze around the table.
The soft eggplant and bright tomato balance the cheese’s savouriness, while basil adds a fresh, aromatic note. Serve it at room temperature as part of a spread, with bread or alongside grilled vegetables and other small dishes. It offers some protein and fibre, and makes a satisfying addition to a varied meal. For a lighter plate, keep the cheese portion modest and pair the meze with fresh salad or crisp vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.