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Grilled Eggplant

4 servings

20 minutes

Grilled eggplants are a simple and elegant dish of European cuisine that combines the rich flavor of vegetables with the aroma of a roasted crust. The grill enhances the natural sweetness of eggplants, giving them a light smoky note. A dressing made from yogurt, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice adds a creamy texture and refreshing taste with nutty and spicy undertones. The origins of this recipe trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions where grilling is used to enhance vegetable flavors. The dish is perfect as a light appetizer, side dish, or base for more complex gastronomic experiments. Serving it with herbs like cilantro, parsley, and mint makes it fresh and aromatic. It's an ideal choice for warm summer evenings and friendly gatherings.

Grilled Eggplant
Energy value per serving
Calories
278.9kcal
Proteins
8.1grams
Fats
23grams
Carbohydrates
9.3grams
Ingredients
4servings
Olive oil
2 
tbsp
Yoghurt
250 
ml
Tahini
3 
tbsp
Garlic
1 
clove
Chopped parsley
 
to taste
Mint leaves
 
to taste
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Slice the eggplants into 2 cm thick rounds.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Eggplant: 2 pieces
  • 2

    Brush each slice with oil and season to taste.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
    2. Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf):  to taste
    3. Chopped parsley:  to taste
    4. Mint leaves:  to taste
  • 3

    Heat the grill or barbecue pan. Fry the eggplants for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Eggplant: 2 pieces
  • 4

    Mix yogurt with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs, and add salt.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Yoghurt: 250 ml
    2. Tahini: 3 tablespoons
    3. Garlic: 1 clove
    4. Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
    5. Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf):  to taste
    6. Chopped parsley:  to taste
    7. Mint leaves:  to taste
  • 5

    Pour the dressing over the eggplants and sprinkle with the remaining herb leaves.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Yoghurt: 250 ml
    2. Tahini: 3 tablespoons
    3. Garlic: 1 clove
    4. Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
    5. Chopped cilantro (coriander leaf):  to taste
    6. Chopped parsley:  to taste
    7. Mint leaves:  to taste