Description
Grilled eggplant with herbs is a delightful dish that brings together smoky flavors and fresh aromas. This easy-to-make recipe features tender slices of eggplant marinated in olive oil and seasoned with a blend of fragrant herbs, making it perfect for summer barbecues or as a savory side dish. The vibrant colors and rich textures will elevate any meal while offering a healthy, vegetarian option that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil, thyme, or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 375°F).
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant slices and season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic; massage the seasoning into each slice.
- Place the seasoned eggplants on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until tender and charred.
- In the last minute of grilling, sprinkle fresh herbs over the eggplant slices.
- Remove from grill and serve warm; add extra olive oil or balsamic reduction if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium grilled eggplant slice (50g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg