Grilled Eggplant And Fresh Mozzarella On Ciabatta

Name: Grilled Eggplant And Fresh Mozzarella On Ciabatta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 -4 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 medium eggplant, sliced crosswise; canola oil; 2 red bell peppers; 1 loaf ciabatta, sliced lengthwise in 1/2 (or you can use French bread); 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced; fresh basil leaf; baby arugula (or spinach or lettuce)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 -4 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 medium eggplant, sliced crosswise
canola oil
2 red bell peppers
1 loaf ciabatta, sliced lengthwise in 1/2 (or you can use French bread)
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
fresh basil leaf
baby arugula (or spinach or lettuce)

1
Combine the mayonnaise and garlic in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
2
Heat a grill to high(or broiler).
3
Brush the eggplant on both sides with oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
4
Brush the peppers with oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill until charred on all sides, remove, place in a bowl, cover and let steam for 10 minutes. Remove the skin and the seeds.
5
Put bread on the grill, cut side down, and grill for 1-2 minutes to warm through and crisp slightly.
6
Spread the bread with the mayonnaise mixture and top the bottom half with eggplant, peppers, cheese, basil and arugula. Cover with the top of the bread and serve.
7
Enjoy!

458

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 -4 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Grilled Eggplant And Fresh Mozzarella On Ciabatta 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!