LIME AND SESAME GRILLED EGGPLANT

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When I lived in Greece, I fell in love with eggplant. My recipe's seasonings have an Asian theme, but the dish still makes me think Greek. —Allyson Meyler, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium eggplant (1-1/4 pounds), cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Thinly sliced green onion and sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until blended; brush 2 tablespoons juice mixture over both sides of eggplant slices. Grill, covered, over medium heat until tender, 4-6 minutes on each side., Transfer eggplant to a serving plate. Stir honey and pepper flakes into remaining juice mixture; drizzle over eggplant. Sprinkle with green onion and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Kisan Bajgain
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some leftover eggplant from another recipe and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I found this recipe and it turned out great!


Saboni Akter
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I'm glad I did. The lime and sesame marinade really made the eggplant delicious.


Haliru Muazu
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your grilling repertoire. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Desmond Brown
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lime and sesame marinade is a perfect complement to the grilled eggplant.


fayaz sahito
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some leftover eggplant from another recipe and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I found this recipe and it turned out great!


Mohammad RaHim
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I'm glad I did. The lime and sesame marinade really made the eggplant delicious.


Ashed Telecom11
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your grilling repertoire. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Gacha Bee
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lime and sesame marinade gives the eggplant a unique and delicious flavor.


Sidb Odh
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This dish is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a delicious and flavorful meal. The lime and sesame marinade is a perfect complement to the grilled eggplant.


kami khan
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I love the simplicity of this dish. The few ingredients really allow the flavor of the eggplant to shine through. I also appreciate that the dish is relatively low in calories and fat.


George Godwin
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This dish is a great way to use up summer eggplant. I have an abundance of eggplant in my garden and this recipe is a great way to use it up. The grilled eggplant is also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Gurschwin Titus
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I made this dish for a picnic and it was a big hit. The grilled eggplant was easy to transport and it held up well in the heat. Everyone loved the flavor and it was a great addition to our picnic spread.


Gavin Johnson
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the marinade and the grilled eggplant was a fun and different way to eat their veggies.


calen weller
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The lime and sesame marinade really elevated the flavor of the eggplant and the grilling process gave it a nice smoky flavor.


ani hamache
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Mohamed Thoronka
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was starting to wilt and I didn't know what to do with it. I found this recipe and it turned out great! The eggplant was tender and flavorful.


Zewaandro Iviwe
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My family loved this grilled eggplant dish! The flavors were well-balanced and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Joi Sky
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. The marinade came together quickly and the grilling process was simple and straightforward. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to create a restaurant-quality dish at home.


jomana ahmed
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This grilled eggplant dish was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The lime and sesame marinade imparted a tangy and nutty flavor to the eggplant, while the grilling process gave it a smoky and slightly charred exterior. The result was a dish