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Vegetable-rich, high-fiber eggplant dish
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas (180 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 82 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat and 6.1 g of fiber. Its 18.9 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
148
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
14g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% DV
Fiber
6.1g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 7% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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) | 180 g | 148 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 45 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 130 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 328 kcal |
Calculated from 82 calories per 100 g.
Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas is an eggplant-forward dish cooked with other vegetables and seasoning. Recipes vary, and despite the name’s resemblance to rice-based makhboos, this version is centered on vegetables rather than a standard spiced rice preparation.
Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas is made by cooking chopped eggplant with other vegetables and seasonings until tender. For a simple home version, soften the vegetables in a little oil, add a splash of water, cover, and simmer until the eggplant is cooked through.
Eggplant is the defining ingredient in Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas; recipes may also include vegetables such as tomato, onion, or peppers, along with spices. There is no single fixed ingredient list, so the exact combination depends on the cook and regional version.
Not necessarily. Machboos, also spelled makbous or kabsa in some contexts, usually refers to a seasoned rice dish, while Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas is named for its eggplant-and-vegetable base. Regional names and recipes can overlap, so the ingredients matter.
Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas tastes savory and mellow, with eggplant becoming soft and absorbing the seasoning during cooking. Its exact flavor changes with the vegetables and spices used; tomato can add tang, while peppers or warm spices can make it more aromatic.
Serve Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas with plain rice, flatbread, or another simple grain if you want a more substantial meal. A crisp salad or a cooling yogurt-style accompaniment can balance the soft, warmly seasoned vegetables.
No, peeling eggplant for Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas is optional. Leaving the skin on helps the pieces keep their shape, while peeling some or all of it can be useful if the skin is especially thick or you prefer a softer texture.
Yes, Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas can be made ahead, and its flavors may blend as it rests. Cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container, and reheat only the portion you plan to serve until it is steaming hot.
Yes, Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions. Eggplant may become softer or release water after thawing, so thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly, stirring to bring the vegetables back together.
To make Vegetable Eggplant Makhbas with less oil, roast or bake the eggplant instead of frying it, then finish cooking it with the other vegetables. A covered pan and low heat help the vegetables soften without needing much added oil.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
18.9mg · 21% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.89mg · 13% DV
Folate
45µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
439mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Vegetable eggplant makhbas is an Arab-style, vegetable-led dish built around aubergine, cooked until tender with other vegetables, oil and seasoning. Recipes vary, and the name does not necessarily mean that rice is part of the dish.
The aubergine turns soft and almost creamy, while the vegetables and spices bring a savoury, rounded flavour. It can be served warm as a main or side, with rice or flatbread; for English-speaking diners, it also works well alongside a simple salad. Its fibre-rich, vegetable-forward character makes it a satisfying choice. Use a measured amount of oil if you would like a lighter version.
High
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 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.