Eggplant.
Eggplant — Nutrition & Culinary Profile
vegetableEggplant is a versatile, spongy vegetable known for its deep purple skin and mild, slightly bitter flavor. When cooked, its flesh transforms into a creamy, rich texture that absorbs sauces and spices beautifully. It is a staple in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines, perfect for roasting, grilling, or stewing.
✓ Gluten-free✓ Keto✓ Low-carb✓ Mediterranean✓ Paleo✓ Vegan✓ Vegetarian
Processing States
Minerals per 100g
Calcium9 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Magnesium14 mg
Phosphorus24 mg
Potassium229 mg
Sodium2 mg
Zinc0.2 mg
Vitamins per 100g
Vitamin A0 µg
Vitamin C2.2 mg
Vitamin D0 µg
Vitamin E0.3 mg
Vitamin K3.5 µg
Vitamin B10 mg
Vitamin B20 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)0.6 mg
Vitamin B60.1 mg
Vitamin B9 (Folate)0 µg
Vitamin B120 µg
Culinary Profile
Sweetness
2
Acidity
2
Bitterness
4
Umami
4
Aroma
3
TextureSpongy and firm when raw; creamy, tender, and melting when cooked
Food Properties
Glycemic Index15
Glycemic Load1
pH5.5
Water Activity1
Kitchen Measures
Used in Cooking
Season
Summer
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