Vegan Grilled Eggplant with Cheese
Fire up your grill for this smoky, savory, and entirely plant-based delight: Vegan Grilled Eggplant with Cheese. Tender rounds of eggplant are perfectly charred and seasoned with a bold blend of garlic powder and smoked paprika, giving them a rich, smoky flavor. The star of the dish is a creamy vegan cheese sauce made with almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a touch of lemon juice for that tangy, cheesy kick. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this delicious dish is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a hearty side, or even a satisfying main course. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a hint of color and freshness. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or looking for a new way to enjoy eggplant, this recipe is a must-try for plant-based food lovers!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces large eggplants
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup vegan cheese
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Lightly sprinkle both sides with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
Step 3
Pat the eggplant slices dry with a paper towel. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Step 4
Place the eggplant slices on the grill. Grill each side for 4-5 minutes, or until nicely charred and tender.
Step 5
For the cheese sauce, in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the almond milk and cornstarch until smooth.
Step 6
Add the vegan cheese, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
Step 7
Remove the eggplant from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Step 8
Drizzle the vegan cheese sauce over the grilled eggplant slices.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1245.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1043.9 |
| Total Fat 65.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3595.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.2g | |
| Protein 18.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2933.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories