Ww 0 Points Japanese Grilled Eggplant

Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Weight Watchers-inspired 0 Points Japanese Grilled Eggplant recipe, a guilt-free delight bursting with umami flavors. Perfect for satisfying your cravings without compromising on nutrition, this recipe stars tender Japanese eggplants, grilled to perfection and brushed with a vibrant marinade featuring low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and fresh ginger. The optional touch of sesame oil adds a hint of nuttiness, while sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds provide a fresh and crunchy garnish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal as a flavorful side or a wholesome vegan main course when paired with rice or noodles. Whether you're counting points or simply seeking a light and satisfying dish, this grilled eggplant recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Japanese eggplants
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional, for flavoring)
• 2 tablespoons Scallions (green onions), finely sliced
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).

Step 2

Rinse the Japanese eggplants and pat them dry with a towel. Slice each eggplant lengthwise in half.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil (if using).

Step 4

Using a brush or spoon, generously coat the cut sides of the eggplants with the soy sauce mixture.

Step 5

Place the eggplants cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 4-5 minutes until the flesh is slightly charred and soft.

Step 6

Flip the eggplants over and grill for another 3-4 minutes, or until the skin is tender but the eggplants are still holding their shape.

Step 7

Remove the eggplants from the grill and place them on a serving platter.

Step 8

Sprinkle the grilled eggplants with freshly sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a main course with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(874.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	259.6

Total Fat 4.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1072.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94.4mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 2063.7mg	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: 14.9%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 70.6%