Eggplant

vegetables

Eggplant

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.4

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Eggplant Healthy?

Yes — Eggplant is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
25kcal
Protein
1g
Carbs
6g
Fat
0.2g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
3.5g
Sodium
2mg

Diet Ratings

Keto8/10APPROVED

Eggplant contains approximately 2.2g net carbs per 100g cooked. Low-carb vegetable that absorbs fats well, making it ideal for keto preparations like eggplant parmesan or stir-fries with oil.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant vegetable with no animal products or derivatives. Despite the name, contains no eggs. Good source of fiber and antioxidants.

Paleo8/10APPROVED

Nightshade vegetable with minimal carbohydrates and no anti-nutrients. Unprocessed and available to hunter-gatherers. Well-tolerated by most paleo followers.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Iconic Mediterranean vegetable, particularly in Greek, Turkish, and Italian cuisines. Low calorie, rich in fiber and polyphenols. Absorbs olive oil well in traditional preparations.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Nightshade plant vegetable with minimal nutritional benefit for carnivores. Contains plant alkaloids and carbohydrates.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Eggplant is a whole vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Eggplant is low-FODMAP at standard servings (1 cup cooked). Monash University has tested and confirmed low-FODMAP status.

DASH8/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH vegetable. Very low sodium, low calorie, good fiber source. Contains polyphenols with cardiovascular benefits.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Low-glycemic vegetable with minimal net carbs and polyphenol content. Excellent Zone carbohydrate source with anti-inflammatory properties.

Anti-Inflammatory7/10APPROVED

Contains nasunin, an anthocyanin with anti-inflammatory properties. Low calorie, good source of fiber and antioxidants. Minimal pro-inflammatory compounds when prepared without excessive oil.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Low-calorie, high-water-content vegetable with moderate fiber (3g per 100g). Very low fat and protein, but excellent for volume and satiety without GI burden. Nutrient-dense per calorie.

Controversy Index

Score range: 210/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.4Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Eggplant

Keto 8/10
  • 2.2g net carbs per 100g
  • Absorbs cooking fats well
  • Versatile in keto recipes
  • Good source of fiber
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No animal connection despite name
  • Contains nasunin antioxidant
Paleo 8/10
  • Nightshade
  • Low-carb
  • Unprocessed
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Mediterranean culinary icon
  • Low calorie density
  • Polyphenol content
  • Pairs excellently with olive oil
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No excluded ingredients
  • Unprocessed
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructan content
  • Low GOS content
  • Tested by Monash University
DASH 8/10
  • Very low sodium
  • Low calorie
  • Good fiber
  • Polyphenol content
Zone 8/10
  • Low glycemic index
  • Polyphenol-rich
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Minimal net carbs
  • Nasunin anthocyanin
  • Antioxidants
  • Low calorie
  • Preparation method matters
  • High water content (92%)
  • Low calorie density
  • Moderate fiber
  • Very low fat
  • Easy to digest
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