Zaalouk Cooked Eggplant & Tomato Dip
Moroccan zaalouk is the king of warm starters in Moroccan cooking: grilled or boiled aubergine mashed with fresh tomato, garlic, coriander, cumin, paprika and extra virgin olive oil. Its glycemic index does not apply because it contains almost no net starch, and it is a natural pharmacy for the heart and gut.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat it with a fork as a warm or cold dip next to grilled meat and fish, or scoop it up with cucumber and carrot sticks instead of white bread.
Best preparation methods
Grilling the aubergine over gentle heat gives it a wonderful smoky flavour; cook it with tomato and olive oil and no added sugar to keep it light.
Important Nutritional Note
Aubergine fibre plus lycopene from tomato and olive oil make an excellent combination for lowering LDL cholesterol and fighting insulin resistance.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 85 kcal | 85 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 8.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 4.7 g | 4.7 g |
| Fat | 4.8 g | 4.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 3.8 g | 3.8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 85 kcal per 100 g, ranking 2 of 9 in Moroccan dishes (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is zaalouk suitable for keto and dieting?
Ideal: its net carbohydrate is very low, its calories modest, and it supplies unsaturated fats and important vitamins.
What is the nutritional value of a 100 g portion of Moroccan zaalouk?
It provides about 85 kcal (mostly from extra virgin olive oil), 2 g of protein, 5 g of healthy fat and 8.5 g of carbohydrate (about 4 g of it fibre).
Does zaalouk help with weight loss?
Yes. Its high fibre gives lasting fullness, and its strong spiced flavour curbs the appetite for rich foods.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.