High Protein Grilled Eggplants with Garlic and Herbs
Elevate your plant-based cooking game with these High Protein Grilled Eggplants with Garlic and Herbs, a savory blend of smoky char, creamy textures, and bold herbal flavors. This recipe combines tender grilled eggplant rounds coated in a chickpea flour batter with a protein-packed, velvety tofu spread infused with fresh basil, parsley, thyme, and zesty lemon. Enhanced by the rich umami of nutritional yeast and the aromatic punch of garlic, these eggplants are as nutritious as they are delicious, boasting a hearty protein boost perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is ideal as an appetizing centerpiece or a side dish, garnished with fresh herbs for a vibrant finish. Perfect for summer grilling or as an elegant addition to any healthy dining menu.
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Ingredients
- 2 large Eggplants
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 100 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 200 grams Firm tofu
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Fresh basil
- 1 cup Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
Directions
Step 1
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Allow them to sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix chickpea flour with 3/4 cup of water to form a smooth batter. Set aside.
Step 3
In a food processor, blend tofu, garlic, basil, parsley, thyme, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, a teaspoon of salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 4
Pat the eggplant slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 5
Brush each eggplant slice with olive oil and coat them in the chickpea flour batter, ensuring an even coverage.
Step 6
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill each eggplant slice for about 4 minutes on each side or until nicely charred and cooked through.
Step 7
Once grilled, spread a generous layer of the tofu and herb mixture on top of each eggplant slice.
Step 8
Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1396.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1267.2 |
| Total Fat 60.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2534.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 46.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.6g | |
| Protein 62.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 601.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4097.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories