Seasons/Availability
Baby eggplants are available year-round.
Current Facts
Baby eggplants, botanically classified as Solanum melongena, are a member of the nightshade family along with tomatoes and potatoes. The term “baby” in Baby eggplant refers to its petite size and not the maturity level of the eggplant. Baby eggplants are sometimes marketed as Indian eggplant and Patio eggplant, and there are other baby-sized varieties like Thai and Bambino hybrid eggplant.
Nutritional Value
Baby eggplants are an excellent source of dietary fiber which helps to maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar level in the body.
