Broiled Basil Eggplant Recipe

Name: Broiled Basil Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 large eggplant, sliced into eight 1/3-inch thick slices; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/8-inch slices; Garnish; fresh basil sprig

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 large eggplant, sliced into eight 1/3-inch thick slices
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/8-inch slices
Garnish
fresh basil sprig

1
Combine the first six ingredients in a small bowl, beating with a wire whisk until blended. Set aside.
2
Brush both sides of eggplant slices with the 3 tbsp olive oil. Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer ona n ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Broil 5 1/2 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially opened) for 5 minutes on each side or until tender and lightly browned. (Smaller eggplants will need less time).
3
Arrange eggplant slices on an ovenproof platter or casserole dish, overlapping slices slightly. Arange cheese slices over the eggplant slices. Broil for 1 minute or until cheese melts.
4
Whisk the reserved olive oil mixture until blended. Spoon over the eggplant. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs if desired.

305

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Broiled Basil Eggplant falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Basil Eggplant

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