Best 6 Spinach Salad With Grilled Eggplant And Feta Recipes

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Spinach salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is light and flavorful, and the combination of spinach, grilled eggplant, and feta cheese is simply delicious. This dish is also very versatile, and you can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad that is sure to impress your guests, then this spinach salad with grilled eggplant and feta is the perfect recipe for you.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES



Spinach Salad with Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables image

Provided by Danny Boome

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small orange bell pepper, seeded and quartered
2 large Portobello mushroom caps, stemmed, sliced
1 small summer squash, cut on bias
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed and quartered
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup feta cheese, diced
1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted
3 cups baby spinach
1 cup packed basil leaves

Steps:

  • Place all vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Add 1/4 cup oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss well making sure each vegetable gets covered with oil. Place a grill pan over medium heat. Once heated, place your vegetables on grill and cook accordingly: grill mushrooms about 5 minutes per side; peppers and squash about 3 minutes per side.
  • Once all the vegetables are grilled place them in a large serving bowl to slightly cool. Dice and add feta cheese, pitted olives, spinach and basil leaves. Gently toss to mix well and drizzle more oil, to taste, if necessary and serve.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED EGGPLANT AND FETA



Spinach Salad with Grilled Eggplant and Feta image

Provided by Chris Schlesinger

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Feta     Eggplant     Spinach     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 (main course) or 8 (first course or side dish)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons chopped marjoram or oregano
1 (1 1/4-pounds) eggplant, trimmed and cut into 8 (1-inch-thick) rounds
10 ounces baby spinach
1 cup crumbled feta (1/4 pound)
1/4 cup pine nuts (1 ounce), lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure .
  • Whisk together oil, lemon juice, garlic, marjoram, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
  • Brush both sides of eggplant slices with some of dressing. Season with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Oil grill rack, then grill eggplant, covered only if using a gas grill, turning occasionally, until tender, 12 to 15 minutes total. Cut into pieces.
  • Toss spinach with enough dressing to coat and season with salt and pepper. Add eggplant, feta, and pine nuts and toss again.

GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND FETA



Grilled Eggplant with Tomatoes, Basil, and Feta image

The secret to perfectly tender eggplant is salting before you cook. Here, flame-kissed slices are topped with a simple tomato salad for a satisfying vegetarian main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant (about 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1-inch-thick slices
Coarse salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 10 ounces), halved
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup)
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn if large

Steps:

  • Generously season eggplant slices with salt. Place vertically in a colander, overlapping them. Let stand 30 minutes; rinse and pat dry.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Liberally brush cut sides of eggplant with oil. Grill, turning once, until tender, about 4 minutes a side. Mix tomatoes, pine nuts, feta, red-pepper flakes, and oil; season with salt. Spoon over eggplant; top with basil.

GRILLED EGGPLANT AND FETA CHEESE SALAD (BOBBY FLAY)



Grilled Eggplant and Feta Cheese Salad (Bobby Flay) image

DH and I made this salad to accompany a grilled chicken souvlaki dish that we made for dinner. The salad was really tasty. It is from my Bobby Flay "Boy Meets Grill" cookbook.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Cheese

Time 18m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch slices (about 1 lb)
1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for brushing the eggplant
kosher salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 red onion, thinly sliced
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to high.
  • Brush the eggplant with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until soft, with visible grill marks, about 4 minutes on each side. Cut into 4 inch cubes.
  • Whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil, garlic, chile powder, oregano, and vinegar in a large bowl until combined. Add the eggplant and red onion, toss to coat with dressing, season with salt and pepper, and crumble feta cheese over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 349.7, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 5.2

SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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I found this salad on the web and made a couple of changes in it. This was the salad I made on our 25th wedding anniversary! Update: I submitted this recipe to Taste of Home Light & Tasty and it was published in the December/January 2008 issue.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups spinach, washed and cleaned
1/3 cup dried cranberries
3 green onions, sliced thin
1 green apple, cored and sliced thin
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, cut in half
1/3 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine spinach, cranberries, green onion, sliced apple, grapes and walnuts in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over salad, sprinkle with Feta cheese and arrange on chilled salad plates.

GRILLED EGGPLANT AND ROASTED PEPPER SALAD



Grilled Eggplant and Roasted Pepper Salad image

This is a delicious grilled eggplant dish that people always come back for more. The Mediterranean seasoning in this recipe is very easy and goes great with couscous, my Mediterranean chicken recipe, and hummus. This is not a dish that is served hot. Can also be served at room temperature, but do not leave unrefrigerated longer than 4 hours.

Provided by Blue Buddha

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Special Collection Recipes     New

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (1 pound) eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons salt, or more as needed
8 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
¾ cup chopped green or black olives, or a combination
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Dust eggplant liberally with 2 tablespoons salt and place in a colander to sweat out bitter flavor, 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Rinse eggplant slices to remove salt. Pat dry.
  • Combine olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Brush mixture on both sides of every eggplant slice.
  • Cook the eggplant on the preheated grill until soft and moist, about 6 minutes per side. Remove eggplant from the heat and set aside until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Chop into 1-inch cubes.
  • Combine eggplant, red peppers, feta cheese, olives, parsley, vinegar, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Try not to overmix because this mashes up the eggplant. Serve as-is.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 3351.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender spinach: Look for spinach leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Prepare the eggplant ahead of time: Grilling the eggplant in advance allows it to cool and marinate in the dressing, resulting in a more flavorful salad.
  • Use a flavorful vinaigrette: The dressing for this salad is a simple combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, but you can adjust it to your taste. Try adding a touch of honey or balsamic vinegar for a sweeter or more tangy flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the grill: When grilling the eggplant, make sure to give each slice enough space so that it can cook evenly and get nice grill marks.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: This will help prevent the spinach from wilting and keep the salad fresh and crisp.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with grilled eggplant and feta is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of fresh spinach, grilled eggplant, feta cheese, and a flavorful vinaigrette is sure to please everyone at your table. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this salad at home and enjoy it all season long.

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