Balsamic Marinated Grilled Eggplant 🍆
Description:
Looking to elevate your outdoor grilling experience? Dive into the tantalizing flavors of Balsamic Marinated Grilled Eggplant! This recipe promises a delightful twist on traditional grilled eggplant, offering a vegetarian delight that’s perfect for lunch or snacks. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with a preparation time that involves marinating the eggplant for a full 24 hours, ensuring maximum flavor infusion!
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Total Time: 24 hours and 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🥗
Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Weeknight, Broil/Grill, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Eggplant |
| 1/2 | cup Light Olive Oil |
| 1/4 | cup Sugar |
| 1/4 | cup Chives |
| 1 | tablespoon Parsley |
| 1 | teaspoon Salt |
| 1 | teaspoon Ground Black Pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 856.2
- Fat Content: 54.7g
- Saturated Fat: 7.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3529.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 88.8g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 75.6g
- Protein Content: 3.9g
Recipe Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, parsley, chives, salt, ground black pepper, and light olive oil. Mix well until the ingredients form a cohesive marinade.
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Marinate Eggplant: Place the eggplant in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the eggplant, ensuring it is evenly coated. Marinate the eggplant overnight in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld and infuse thoroughly. For optimal results, marinate for at least 24 hours, although a minimum of 4 hours is acceptable.
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Preheat the Grill: Prior to grilling, preheat your grill to medium heat. Ensure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
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Grill the Eggplant: Once the grill is adequately preheated, carefully place the marinated eggplant slices onto the grill grates. Grill each side for approximately 5 minutes, or until the eggplant develops a dark brown color and becomes lightly crisp on the outside, while remaining soft and tender in the center.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once grilled to perfection, remove the eggplant from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Balsamic Marinated Grilled Eggplant makes for a delectable appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course. Serve hot and savor the delightful flavors!
This recipe offers a perfect harmony of sweet and savory notes, with the balsamic marinade adding a depth of flavor that beautifully complements the tender eggplant slices. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a healthy and flavorful snack, this dish is sure to impress with its simplicity and irresistible taste. Give it a try and elevate your grilling game to new heights!
