EGGPLANT SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Blender     Side     Broil     Vegetarian     Basil     Pine Nut     Eggplant     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12 as part of a buffet

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, chopped and mashed to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well and spun dry
2 large eggplants (about 1 1/2 pounds each), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • In a blender, blend oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic paste, and half of basil until smooth. In a measuring cup, reserve 1/4 cup dressing and in a large bowl, toss remaining dressing with eggplant slices.
  • Arrange half of eggplant slices in one layer on a large baking sheet and broil about 4 inches from heat until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Turn slices and broil until golden, 5 to 7 minutes more. Transfer eggplant slices to a plate to cool and broil remaining eggplant slices in same manner.
  • Arrange eggplant and remaining basil on a platter. Drizzle salad with reserved dressing and sprinkle with pine nuts.

Ahamed ador
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I've never had eggplant salad before, but this recipe was amazing! It was so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Carol Seif
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This salad is delicious and healthy. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


dk ben
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's a great make-ahead salad and it's perfect for summer gatherings.


Md Sravon
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used roasted eggplant and it added a lovely smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


sagda Moahmed
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I've made this eggplant salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so flavorful and refreshing, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Ismael Jan
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This eggplant salad was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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