Eggplant Dip

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

Eggplant dip is low FODMAP at the listed 40 g serving in this catalogue entry. The rating applies to this dip preparation and does not cover every homemade or shop-bought recipe.

Serving sizes for eggplant dip

The listed low portion is 40 g of the finished eggplant dip. No larger moderate or high serving is established here.

Low
2 tablespoonsabout 40 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Eggplant Dip and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
2 tablespoons40 gNone detectedLow

Breakdown for 2 tablespoons

0gFructose
0gLactose
0gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
2 tablespoonsabout 40 g

Is eggplant dip low FODMAP?

All six FODMAP groups are low at 40 g. No moderate or high portion is supplied, so the entry does not establish an unrestricted allowance. The complete ingredient list matters: a dip is a mixture, and the portion of plain eggplant cannot be used to rate added ingredients or a different recipe.

Eggplant Dip and IBS: what to know

For IBS meal notes, record the dip brand or recipe and the amount eaten alongside crackers, bread or vegetables. Dipping straight from a shared bowl can make the portion difficult to track. A low rating for the dip alone does not describe the full snack platter.

Gut-friendly ways to eat eggplant dip

Weigh the dip into a small dish before putting it on a platter or spreading it into a sandwich. For a homemade version, keep the ingredient quantities with the recipe and check the components separately. Caviar dip has a different portion profile; using the same spoonful for every dip can hide that difference.

Frequently asked questions

How much eggplant dip is low FODMAP?

The listed low serving is 40 g. Match the dip preparation and weigh the portion rather than estimating from a communal bowl.

Does this cover every baba ganoush recipe?

No. Recipes sold under that name can differ. Check the complete ingredient list and the amount served.

Can I use a plain eggplant portion for the dip?

No. The dip contains a mixture of ingredients, so the vegetable's individual rating cannot establish the finished dip's serving.

How should I count dip spread on bread as well as used for dipping?

Include both amounts in the meal total. Portioning the dip into a separate dish first makes the combined quantity easier to see.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.