Description
Savor the smoky flavor of tender grilled eggplant, perfectly complemented by a tangy yogurt sauce. This dish is simple to prepare and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into thick rounds
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the eggplants into thick rounds and generously sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Rinse the eggplants under cold water and pat dry with a towel.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Lightly brush the grates with olive oil.
- Grill the eggplant slices for 5-6 minutes on each side until tender and marked.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and herbs until creamy.
- Serve the grilled eggplant on a platter drizzled with yogurt sauce and garnish with additional herbs.
Notes
- Experiment with herbs like dill or cilantro in your yogurt sauce for varied flavors.
- For added richness, consider topping with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled eggplant slice (50g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg