How to Make Melitzanosalata (Greek Eggplant Dip)

A small bowl of melitzanosalata dip sits beside some bread.

Melitzanosalata, “eggplant salad” in English, is a traditional Greek dish that is more of a dip or spread than a typical salad. It’s made from roasted or grilled eggplants, which lend a smoky quality to the dish. If you’ve ever tried baba ganoush, this may be ringing bells, and they are quite similar but there