EGGPLANT CAPRESE WITH GRILLED TOMATO AND BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Tori Ritchie
Categories Cheese Dairy Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Side Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Mozzarella Basil Eggplant Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Arrange eggplant slices on baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred and tender, turning occasionally and moving to cook evenly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to foil-lined baking sheet. Grill plum tomato until skin is charred and split, turning often, about 5 minutes. Transfer to sheet with eggplant and cool. Core plum tomato; place in blender. Add chopped basil, vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. DO AHEAD Eggplant and dressing can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Overlap eggplant slices, cheese slices, and heirloom tomato slices on individual plates or large platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle salad with dressing and garnish with basil sprigs.
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Natasza LItwoniwicz
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.
ERFAN EMRE
[email protected]I'm not a fan of basil, so I substituted mint instead. It turned out really well!
pasisi o ngo
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover grilled tomatoes. I also like to add some roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
Stuart Rogers
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish for a summer party or picnic.
CRESTADUDE
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
shaylee Williams
[email protected]The eggplant caprese was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful.
Habib khan7575
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Lorreta Swilly
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors of the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil all came together beautifully.
Asmar Asmar123
[email protected]The eggplant caprese was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The grilled tomatoes were especially delicious.
Albert Jaramillo
[email protected]This eggplant caprese was a delightful surprise! The grilled tomatoes added a smoky flavor that paired perfectly with the creamy mozzarella and fresh basil. The vinaigrette was a nice touch, adding a bit of acidity and brightness to the dish. Overall