Batinjan Rahib (Roasted Eggplant Salad - Lebanese Style)

          This is an absolutely healthy and a yummy no-fuss Lebanese style roasted eggplant salad that can be dished out in no time. It can be had as a salad, appetizer or as a light meal. Choice is yours. While serving, check the seasoning and add as preferred. So do try this amazing dish and relish along with some grilled meat for a simple, sumptuous one-pot meal with your family and loved ones. 

• 1 medium eggplant (ones used for bharta)
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp. parsley (I added coriander leaves), chopped
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1-2 tbsp. chopped almonds
• 1 tbsp. melon seeds
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp. lime juice or to taste
• 1 tbsp. olive oil

           Apply some oil on the eggplant and make 2 slits lengthwise. Directly char over a gas flame till the flesh is tender and soft. 

          After it cools down, peel the skin off and mash well. In a bowl combine all the ingredients and serve immediately.