Paleo Grilled Eggplant with Cheese

Elevate your paleo meal game with this smoky, flavor-packed Paleo Grilled Eggplant with Cheese! Perfectly charred eggplant slices are brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices, then grilled to tender perfection. Topped with a creamy, paleo-friendly cheese substitute and fresh basil leaves, this dish is a delightful combination of savory, tangy, and aromatic flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that works as a satisfying side dish or a light main course. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a quick weeknight dinner idea, this recipe delivers bold grilled flavors while staying completely dairy-free and paleo-approved.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 medium eggplants
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
10 fresh basil leaves
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup paleo-friendly cheese substitute

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 mixing bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice.

Step 4

Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the oil mixture.

Step 5

Place the eggplant slices on the preheated grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and they become tender.

Step 6

Remove the grilled eggplant from the grill and layer them on a serving plate.

Step 7

While the eggplants are still warm, sprinkle the paleo-friendly cheese substitute evenly over the top of each slice.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot as a side dish or main course, enjoying the blend of flavors and the creamy texture of the cheese.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1242.5

Total Fat 100.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3613.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.4g
Protein 35.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 752.2mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2271.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.0%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 13.2%