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Easy Grilled Italian Eggplant Antipasto

A super easy, tasty and even healthy appetizer, this grilled Italian eggplant antipasto pairs well with bread, grissini, olives, meats, or cheeses and is a perfect addition to your favorite grazing board! This only takes 15 minutes of hands-on time and can be prepped ahead.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 101 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb eggplant 450 grams
  • ¼ c extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ c fresh parsley ¼ cup gently packed, fresh herbs total
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Reserve some parsley leaves for garnish and finely chop the rest of it. Combine all ingredients except for the eggplant in a large bowl. Whisk well and set marinade aside.
  2. Wash eggplant and trim stem end off. Slice lengthwise into long, thin strips, about ¼" thick each. Add aubergine slices to the marinade and toss well. Let sit to marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium high heat. Once preheated, place eggplant slices on the hot grill in a single layer. (No additional oil is needed.) Grill until there are dark grill marks and the eggplant is starting to soften. Flip and repeat on the other side. Approximately 4-5 minutes per side.Remove from heat and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Eggplant, aka aubergine, antipasti will last well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Remove from fridge and bring to room temperature or warm gently in the grill or oven before serving.
  • Leftovers are great as a sandwich filling or dinner side dish but they do not freeze well.

Nutrition Information

Calories 101kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Sodium 295mg (12%) Potassium 195mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 269IU (5%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 101

% Daily Value*

Calories 101kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 295mg 12%
Potassium 195mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 269IU 5%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.