Sicilian baby aubergine salad recipe

Name: Sicilian baby aubergine salad recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 baby aubergines, halved lengthways; 200 ml (7fl oz) extra virgin olive oil; 25 g (0.9oz) pine nuts; 1 lemon, juice only; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 2 tbsp raisins; 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 large bunch of fresh basil, to garnish

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat the grill/broiler to its highest setting.
2
Brush the cut side of the aubergines with a little of the oil and place under the grill, oiled side up.
3
Grill for approximately 10-15 minutes until slightly blackened, turning over half way through cooking and checking frequently.
4
Pre-heat the oven to 200 degrees C/400 degrees F/Gas mark 6.
5
To toast the pine nuts, place on an oven tray in the pre-heated oven for about 5 minutes, or until golden.
6
Remove from the tray and set aside.
7
To make the marinade, put the remaining oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, sugar, toasted pine nuts, raisins and salt and pepper in a jug and mix.
8
Place the hot aubergines in a dish and pour over the marinade.
9
Leave to cool, turning the aubergines once or twice before serving.
10
To serve the stylish way: garnish with sprigs of basil.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 12 baby aubergines, halved lengthways, 200 ml (7fl oz) extra virgin olive oil, 25 g (0.9oz) pine nuts, 1 lemon, juice only, and more.

Yes, Sicilian baby aubergine salad recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!