Grilled Eggplant and Zucchini Salad
Grilled vegetables dressed with olive oil make a wonderfully simple summer salad.
Tag: eggplant
Vegetarian and vegan recipes with eggplant
In my experience, eggplant is something you either love or you hate. Its texture is rather meaty and its flavor quite distinctive. If you love eggplant (or aubergine, as the British – and French – call it) like I do, enjoy more of it with these recipes.
Breaded Eggplant and Zucchini
Light and crunchy slices of eggplant and zucchini make a wonderful summer dish.
Eggplant Bacon
Thin slices of smoky eggplant make a delicious alternative to bacon.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Years ago, during a cooking class in Tuscany, we made the simplest and most delicious eggplant parmigiana I've ever had. Grilling the eggplant adds extra flavor that is highlighted rather than drowned out by fresh tomato sauce, mozz, and a bit of basil.
Caramelized Eggplant
Enjoy these flavorful slices of gooey eggplant next to some quinoa or rice.
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Imam Bayildi
Don't let this Turkish stuffed eggplant's prep time scare you - less than 20 minutes is hands on, and since it tastes best at room temperature, you can make it a day in advance. This recipe uses quite a bit less oil than traditional imam bayildi, but it's just as delicious.
Ratatouille
The perfect recipe to enjoy fresh summer vegetables and herbs; it can be served half a dozen different ways.
Bharta – Smoked Eggplant Dip
Bharta is a smoked eggplant dish popular in the villages of Punjab. It is usually served with greens, bread, and lassi.
Caponata – Sweet and Sour Eggplant
This eggplant appetizer from southern Italy can be eaten as a side dish, on bruschetta, or with bread or crackers.
Eggplant Gratin
Eggplant layered with tomato sauce and topped with saffron custard makes an elegant and delicious main course.