Description
Imagine sinking your teeth into tender, smoky eggplant slices, kissed by the grill and bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh garlic and herbs. This Grilled Eggplant with Garlic and Herbs is your new go-to side dish or light vegetarian main that’s incredibly simple yet impressively delicious. It’s the perfect addition to any summer barbecue or weeknight meal, bringing a sophisticated yet approachable taste of sunshine to your table. Picture perfectly grilled eggplant, beautifully charred on the outside, meltingly soft within, all drizzled with a fragrant garlicky herb dressing that makes it utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
1 Eggplant
2 tsp Sea Salt
Garlic Herb Sauce
2/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves garlic crushed
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 tsp Pepper
1/2 tsp Sea Salt
Instructions
1. Slice the eggplant into half-inch thick pieces, keeping the skin on to help it hold its shape and get a crispy crust.
2. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with salt on both sides and let sit for at least 15 minutes to release moisture.
3. Heat your grill to medium heat. Gently wipe each eggplant slice with a paper towel to remove excess salt and moisture.
4. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, crushed garlic, chopped parsley, chopped rosemary, pepper, and salt for the sauce.
5. Dip each eggplant slice into the garlic-herb sauce, ensuring both sides are well-coated.
6. Grill the eggplant for 6-8 minutes on each side, until golden brown with nice grill marks.
7. Remove the grilled eggplant from the heat and drizzle any extra sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For the most consistent grilling, try to cut your eggplant into evenly sized rounds.
Eggplant can go from perfectly cooked to mushy quite quickly on the grill, so keep a close eye on it.
Using fresh garlic and herbs makes a significant difference in the final flavor of this dish.
A light brushing of olive oil on the eggplant before grilling helps prevent sticking and promotes that lovely char.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean