Charred Eggplant Spread Recipe

Name: Charred Eggplant Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large eggplant, sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Kosher salt; Pepper; Crackers, for serving

Servings: persons

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large eggplant, sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt
Pepper
Crackers, for serving

1
In a large bowl, whisk 1/2 cup of the olive oil with the vinegar, parsley, basil, cilantro and two-thirds of the garlic.
2
Add the eggplant slices and coat well.
3
Marinate for 15 minutes.
4
Light a grill.
5
Grill the eggplant over moderate heat, turning and basting occasionally with the marinade, until nicely charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
6
Chop the eggplant.
7
In a large bowl, combine the remaining garlic with the mayonnaise and lemon juice.
8
Gradually whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil.
9
Fold in the chopped eggplant and season with salt and pepper.
10
Serve with crackers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, 1 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley, 1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil, and more.

Yes, Charred Eggplant Spread 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Charred Eggplant Spread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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