Italian Grilled Eggplant Caprese

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A variation on insalata Caprese with the addition of grilled eggplant--a great appetizer or vegetarian side for a summer barbecue.

Submitted by Bren
Published on August 8, 2019
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh garlic

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 small purple eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch slices

  • 1 tomato, sliced 1/8-inch thick

  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

  • cooking spray

  • 3 leaves fresh basil, cut into thin strips

Directions

  1. Combine olive oil, garlic, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Put eggplant slices on the hot grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn eggplant and brush with the oil mixture. Place 1 slice of tomato and 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on each eggplant piece. Close the lid and cook until cheese has melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

251 Calories
16g Fat
13g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 251
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 643mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 16g 31%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 459mg 35%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 530mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.