Grilled Eggplant And Baguette With Balsamic Vinegar

Name: Grilled Eggplant And Baguette With Balsamic Vinegar & Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs small eggplants, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices; coarse salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped; 1 cup balsamic vinegar; vegetable oil, for grill; 1 baguette, halved lengthwise; 6 ounces feta cheese; fresh basil, torn

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle eggplant slices with 2 t salt, place in colander and let stand 30 minutes. Wipe off salt and moisture with paper towels.
2
Mix olive oil, thyme, 2 t salt and 1/2 t pepper in a medium bowl. Reserve 1 T oil mixture.
3
Place vinegar in a small saucepan over high heat. Cook until reduced by half, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in reserved 1 T oil mixture & let cool.
4
Preheat grill to medium; brush grill with vegetable oil.
5
Brush eggplant slices generously with oil mixture, leaving enough to grill the bread. Grill eggplant, covered, until slightly charred and tender, about 4 minutes per side.
6
Increase grill temperature to high. Brush baguette with remaining oil mixture and grill until toasted, about 3 minutes. Cut baguette into pieces in various sizes.
7
Place eggplant, baguette, and feta on a large platter. Drizzle eggplant with feta, then sprinkle torn basil over top. Serve with remaining vinegar mixture.

786

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs small eggplants, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, coarse salt, fresh ground black pepper, 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Eggplant And Baguette With Balsamic Vinegar & Feta 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.

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Grilled Eggplant And Baguette With Balsamic Vinegar & Feta

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