Vegetarian

31 vegetarian eggplant recipes

You'll be amazed at how many delicious dishes you can cook with eggplant.
thai eggplant curry

We’re all about the vegetarian eggplant recipes (or aubergine recipes, depending on where you are in the world). And there really is plenty to choose from; from eggplant ma po tofu to eggplant parmigiana and mouth-watering moussaka to pasta pot pies, you’ll be amazed at how many delicious dishes you can cook with eggplant.

Looking for more vegetarian dinner recipes?

eggplant pastitsio

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Eggplant pastitsio

Eggplant pastitsio

Cheesy eggplant bake

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Cheesy eggplant bake

Cheesy eggplant bake

thai eggplant curry

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Thai eggplant curry

This fresh and fragrant vegetarian green curry features three types of eggplant to soak up the traditional Thai flavours.

grilled eggplant with yogurt

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Grilled eggplant with yoghurt

Grilled eggplant with yoghurt

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Szechuan-style chilli eggplant

Szechuan-style chilli eggplant

Stir-fried eggplant dressed with a delicious Szechuan-style chilli sauce

Grilled eggplant with miso

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Grilled eggplant with miso

Grilled eggplant with miso**

Do something good for your heart and busy schedule with this easy Japanese dish. Salty miso paste is at home in miso soup but also a tasty marinade for grilled eggplant.

Eggplant and potato curry

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Eggplant and potato curry

This wholesome and fragrant eggplant and potato curry can be dished up anytime as a family dinner side, when entertaining guests or as meal in its own right.

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Eggplant and pumpkin curry

Eggplant and pumpkin curry

Mushroom and eggplant stroganoff

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Mushroom and eggplant stroganoff

Mushroom and eggplant stroganoff

This vegetarian take on a Russian classic will fill you up with fresh vegetables smothered in spices of paprika, cumin and red chilli.

Pasta with Eggplant, Tomato and Mozzarella

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Pasta with eggplant, tomato and mozzarella

Whip up this hearty vegetarian pasta with tomato, eggplant and chilli flakes for some added spice.

mediterranean eggplant pasta cake

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Mediterranean eggplant pasta cake

Mediterranean eggplant pasta cake

A Mediterranean classic dish that looks and tastes delicious.

Eggplant, spinach and pumpkin stacks

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Eggplant and pumpkin stacks

These eggplant and pumpkin stacks are a great recipe to try to expand a vegetarian menu. They are hearty and full of flavour.

eggplant and tomato salad

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Eggplant and tomato salad

Eggplant and tomato salad

rigatoni with eggplant sauce

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Pasta with eggplant sauce

Pasta with eggplant sauce

pumpkin and eggplant dhal

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Pumpkin and eggplant dhal

There are countless versions of dhal, all equally healthy and delicious. Try our warming pumpkin and eggplant version for a hearty meat-free meal. Serve with Indian flatbread to mop up every bite.

Savoury eggplant and Haloumi Quiche

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Savoury eggplant and haloumi quiche

This delicious vegetarian quiche is packed full of flavour from the salty haloumi, hearty eggplant and divine golden crust. Cut yourself a slice and enjoy warm or cool.

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Miso eggplant and noodle salad

Ready in under 30 minutes, this delicious Asian-inspired eggplant noodle salad proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to be difficult (or bland). You’ll love tucking into this refreshing vegetarian dish for lunch or dinner.

Photography: Brett Stevens/Styling: Yael Grinham

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Eggplant and pesto baked pasta

Eggplant and pesto baked pasta

spiced eggplant and haloumi tarts

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Spiced eggplant and haloumi tarts

Spiced eggplant and haloumi tarts

stir-fried eggplant and tofu

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Stir-fried eggplant and tofu

Stir-fried eggplant and tofu

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Eggplant, tomato and leek lasagne

Eggplant, tomato and leek lasagne

Eggplant and sweet potato curry

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Eggplant and sweet potato curry

Packed full of hearty vegies, this tasty egglant, sweet potato and coconut curry is vegan and vegetarian friendly – just add rice!

zucchini, eggplant and bean salad

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Zucchini, eggplant and bean salad

A bright and colourful zucchini, eggplant and bean salad to lighten up your lunches and dinners.

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Eggplant, kale and lentil salad

This delicious eggplant, kale and lentil salad is packed full of flavour and textures, proving that healthy lunches don’t have to taste boring. You’ll love the combination of flavours and sweet pomegranate dressing.

eggplant, olive and pine nutpasta sauce

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Eggplant, olive and pine nutpasta sauce

Eggplant, olive and pine nut pasta sauce

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Walnut and miso-filled eggplant with radish salad

Walnut and miso-filled eggplant with radish salad

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Eggplant ma po tofu

Eggplant ma po tofu

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Eggplant parmigiana “meatball” subs

Eggplant parmigiana “meatball” subs

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Eggplant parmigiana

Eggplant parmigiana

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Baked eggplant

Baked eggplant

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Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pies

Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pies

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