20+ Hearty Vegan Eggplant Recipes

Comforting, healthy and with a touch of sweetness, these Moroccan-inspired stuffed eggplant halves make for a great dinner idea. They feature protein-packed chickpeas and quinoa, cozy spices and tomato sauce.

Use your eggplant to make a simple veggie stir-fry! Cook alongside broccoli, snap peas, squash and marinated tofu, then serve over rice.

If you have lots of fresh summer produce, including eggplant, tomato and zucchini, try this colorful baked ratatouille for a flavorful veggie side! It’s sure to impress anyone and can be served with many main dishes.

These collard green wraps feature cooked millet, crunchy colorful veggies as well as roasted eggplant and chickpeas. You’ll love this combination, especially with the quick orange mustard dip!

Looking for a light, tasty and indulgent dinner idea? This vegan eggplant parmesan is quickly put together and doesn’t take long in the oven, either. No vegan parmesan cheese needed!

Ready for something special? This recipe calls for oven-roasted eggplant, served with cooked buckwheat, walnuts and a warming vegan pomegranate sauce. Best enjoyed on colder days with a side of green salad!

Skip the meat for this hearty eggplant gyros! Za'atar seasoned and roasted, it gets stuffed in warm pita and topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and hummus-dill sauce.

If you love Indian food, make this red lentil dal with lots of delicious spices and topped with roasted eggplant! It’s a weeknight-friendly dinner idea for the whole family.

These mini eggplant pizzas are great appetizers and perfect for those following a low-carb vegan diet! They are ready in only 30 minutes, gluten-free and can be made with different toppings.

Make this super healthy burger with grilled marinated portobello mushrooms and eggplants instead of a meat patty! Complete with shallots, fresh veggies and vegan mayo, these burgers are nutritious and indulgent.

Tender and savory, these roasted eggplant slices with creamy tahini sauce and fresh mint make for a special side dish! This recipe works for special occasions or weeknights.

Brimming with fresh and smoky flavor, this eggplant rollatini dish is crowd-pleasing and such an eye-catcher! Serve it to your dinner guests and watch even non-veggies devour this meal in no time.

Yes, you can even make veggie meatballs out of eggplant! This easy recipe is family-friendly, full of flavor and nutrients and the texture is almost like the “real thing.”

Do you like Japanese flavors? Try this miso-glazed baked eggplant with a sweet and salty sauce over rice and tofu.

If you’re up for creative vegan pizza toppings, try this crispy eggplant and caramelized onion version! The veggies are nestled atop creamy vegan cheese and a quick homemade crust — the perfect special dinner idea.

Only three main ingredients are needed for this beautiful vegan appetizer! Baked eggplant slices are stuffed with walnuts, garlic and exotic spices, then rolled and decorated with pomegranate seeds.

Let this simple and delicious vegan dinner idea fulfill all your senses! It is a perfect blend of tender eggplant, spicy red pepper flakes and salty olives and capers, with a slight touch of sweetness from the sauce.

This classic Middle Eastern dip is made with roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. Simple ingredients yet big flavor!

Make meat-eaters fall in love with veggies by serving them this tasty baked eggplant coated in crunchy breadcrumbs and served with white cheese sauce and toasted corn. What a delicious combination!

Try this 30-minute eggplant coconut curry with peanut butter for a simple, easy and satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve over rice and sprinkle with fresh lime!

These eggplant fries will turn even the eggplant hater into a lover! They are healthy, easy, delicious and baked to crispy perfection.

Make this hearty vegan eggplant sandwich your next to-go lunch! Layers of smoky eggplant and fresh vegetables are packed in panini bread, then toasted till perfection.