Grilled eggplant appetizer
User Reviews
4.8
Grilled eggplant appetizer
Description
Grilled eggplant appetizer uses fresh eggplant slices seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper before grilling until tender. The cooking method can also be pan-frying or baking, producing soft slices with slightly charred surfaces. The topping blends mayonnaise, crushed garlic, and Parmesan cheese to add creamy and sharp notes atop the vegetables.
After grilling, each eggplant slice is topped with a tomato slice and a spoonful of the garlicky Parmesan mixture, then garnished with fresh herbs like dill or basil. This layering produces a balance of earthy, tangy, and aromatic flavors along with a mix of textures between the tender eggplant, juicy tomato, and creamy topping.
Serving the appetizer warm or cold makes it versatile for entertaining or light meals. The fresh herb garnish adds brightness and visual appeal. This recipe showcases seasonal vegetables paired with a savory spread that complements their grilled character.
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant
- 2-3 tbs olive oil
- 2-3 tomato sliced
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 4 tbs mayonnaise
- 2 garlic crushed, cloves
- fresh herbs dill, basil, oregano, thyme, etc, to garnish
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Slice eggplants, toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Grill until the eggplant slices are cooked, about 5 minutes on an electric grill, you can also fry or bake the eggplant slices.
- Meanwhile mix the grated parmesan cheese, crushed garlic, mayonnaise and pepper in a small bowl
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a plate, top each one with a slice of tomato and a spoon of the garlicky parmesan mixture.
- Garnish each appetizer with a fresh herb sprig and serve warm or cold.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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