Eggplant Aubergine Salad Caprese
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Eggplant Aubergine Salad Caprese—a Mediterranean-inspired twist on the classic Caprese! Roasted eggplant (aubergine) rounds, brushed with aromatic olive oil and garlic powder, bring a smoky depth to every bite. Layered with juicy ripe tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors. Fresh basil leaves add an herby brightness, while the stylish arrangement transforms it into a stunning centerpiece. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal as a light appetizer, a side dish, or a refreshing addition to your next summer gathering. Keywords: Eggplant Caprese Salad, roasted eggplant salad, basil mozzarella tomato recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplant (aubergine)
- 3 large ripe tomatoes
- 250 grams fresh mozzarella
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Slice the eggplants into 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) thick rounds and lay them onto the baking sheet.
Step 3
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Roast the eggplant slices in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
Step 5
While the eggplant is cooling, slice the tomatoes and mozzarella into similar-sized rounds.
Step 6
On a large serving platter, arrange the roasted eggplant slices, tomato slices, and mozzarella slices in an alternating pattern.
Step 7
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic glaze over the arranged slices.
Step 8
Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top as garnish.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1487.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1446.6 |
| Total Fat 95.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 162.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4120.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.2g | |
| Protein 71.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 40IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1875.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3138.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories