Ingredient

Grilled Eggplant

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use grilled eggplant for its distinct smoky flavor and soft texture, adding it …

What it is

Grilled eggplant is a vegetable that has been cooked over direct heat, such as on a grill or under a broiler. This cooking method gives it a smoky flavor and tender texture. It is commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use grilled eggplant for its distinct smoky flavor and soft texture, adding it to a variety of dishes. It is often found in pizzas, dips, salsas, pasta sauces, and as a component in frozen vegetable mixes.

Health notes

Eggplant is a vegetable and a source of fiber and nutrients. The FDA considers eggplant to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as a food ingredient. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated eggplant as a food, but no specific health concerns are typically associated with its consumption in typical dietary amounts.

Allergen info

Eggplant is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Grilled Eggplant

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Veggitaly Fire Roasted Vegetables & Goat Cheese PIZZA OGGI Veggitaly Fire Roasted Vegetables & Goat Cheese Pizza 208kcal 5.6Protein 6.2Fat 33.3Carbs SEASON'S CHOICE Couscous Blend With Vegetables Frozen Prepared Sides 114kcal 2.9Protein 3.9Fat 15Carbs Isola Imports, Inc. Isola, Gourmet Sauce, Grilled Eggplant & Porcini Mushroom, Grilled Eggplant & Porcini Mushroom Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 168kcal 2.4Protein 13.6Fat 7.2Carbs Skin Triks, Inc. All Natural Baba Ganoush Hummus Dips & Salsa 194kcal 6.5Protein 11.3Fat 16.1Carbs Walgreens Co. Grilled Eggplant With Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich, Mozzarella Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 177kcal 7.5Protein 8.3Fat 17.8Carbs Sam Tell & Son, Inc Veggie Pizza, Veggie Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 210kcal 7.2Protein 7.2Fat 28.2Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Grilled Vegetable Pizza, Grilled Vegetable Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 193kcal 7.3Protein 6Fat 27.3Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Whole Foods Market, Wood-Fired Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 205kcal 7.9Protein 7.9Fat 26.0Carbs Raley's Wood Fired Crust Pizza, Roasted Vegetables Pizza High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 207kcal 8Protein 6.7Fat 28Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Italian Classics Pizza Sicilia Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 226kcal 7.5Protein 10.3Fat 26.0Carbs Summer Fresh Salads Inc. Baba Ghanouj Creamy Roasted Eggplant Dip Dips & Salsa High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 368kcal 1.8Protein 36.8Fat 5.3Carbs Kings Super Markets Inc Bulgur And Quinoa With Chickpeas Frozen Dinners & Entrees 132kcal 4.4Protein 2.6Fat 22.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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