Zaalouk (Moroccan Eggplant Salad)

Name: Zaalouk (Moroccan Eggplant Salad)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 1 medium globe eggplant, (peeled and cut into 1 ½ inch cubes); Kosher salt; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 to 3 large tomatoes, (diced); 3 large garlic cloves, (minced); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ cup chopped cilantro, (more for garnish); ¼ cup chopped parsley; water; 1 lemon, (juice of)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:25min

Served warm or cold, this easy zaalouk recipe makes an amazing appetizer. It's full of flavor and make-ahead friendly (it tastes even better the next day). Add a side of pita or your favorite bread, and you are good to go!

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:20:38 GMT