Mediterranean Eggplant Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch slices; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 cup fresh basil, snipped; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 vine ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, chopped; -Fresh basil sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup fresh basil, snipped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 vine ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, chopped
-Fresh basil sprigs for garnish

1
Sprinkle both sides of eggplant slices lightly with salt and place between layers of paper towel. Let stand for 1 to 2 hours, rinse and pat dry.
2
Spray grill grate with cooking spray and preheat to medium.
3
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Place the eggplant slices on the grill and baste with oil mixture. Cook for 4 minutes. Turn, baste other side and continue to cook for 4 minutes. Remove from grill and arrange on a serving platter. Serve topped with chopped tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Granish with fresh basil sprigs if desired.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch slices, 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean 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.

Mediterranean Eggplant

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