Mediterranean Diet Grilled Eggplant Slices
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Grilled Eggplant Slices, a simple yet delicious recipe that’s perfect for fans of the Mediterranean diet. Featuring tender, smoky eggplant rounds brushed with a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and parsley, this dish is seasoned to perfection with sea salt, black pepper, and aromatic oregano. Grilled to golden perfection in just 10 minutes, these versatile slices can be served warm as a flavorful side dish or a light, healthy main course. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this recipe brings bold Mediterranean flavors to your table with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and half of the chopped parsley.
Step 4
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle the eggplant slices with sea salt, ground black pepper, and dried oregano on both sides.
Step 6
Place the eggplant slices on the preheated grill.
Step 7
Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until the eggplants are tender and have grill marks.
Step 8
Remove the eggplant slices from the grill and arrange them on a platter.
Step 9
Sprinkle the grilled eggplant with the remaining chopped parsley.
Step 10
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (339.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 565.4 |
| Total Fat 56.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2337.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.9g | |
| Protein 3.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 68.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 618.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories