Grilled Eggplant Parmesan



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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
15 mins

Additional Time:
20 mins

Total Time:
55 mins

Servings:
8

Yield:
8 servings


Ingredients

  • 2(1 pound)eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 7tablespoonsextra virgin-olive oil, divided
  • 3tablespoonslemon juice
  • 1teaspoonsalt, divided
  • 1shallot, halved
  • 2(10 ounce) basketscherry tomatoes
  • skewers
  • 1tablespoonbalsamic vinegar
  • 2clovesgarlic, halved
  • ½teaspooncrushed red chili flakes
  • 1poundfresh mozzarella, cut into thin slices
  • 3tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese
  • 6sprigsfresh basil

  • Directions

    Place eggplant in a large bowl. Add 4 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine and let marinade for 20 minutes.

    Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

    Thread shallot and tomatoes onto skewers and brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil over them. Grill for 4 minutes. Flip and grill 4 minutes more.

    Transfer grilled tomatoes and shallot to a blender. Add vinegar, garlic, crushed chili flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Pulse until blended but still chunky. Set aside.

    Grill eggplant slices for 5 minutes. Flip, and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt over them. Top each with a slice of mozzarella and grill until cheese begins to melt, about 2 minutes.

    Spoon tomato mixture on a serving platter. Top with eggplant. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and garnish with fresh basil.



    Cook's Note:

    If using wooden skewers you will need to soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to using. I like to leave the skin on but feel free to peel the eggplant prior to marinating if desired.


    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    310 Calories
    22g Fat
    14g Carbs
    17g Protein

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