PASTA SALAD WITH ROASTED EGGPLANT GIBB

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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     Roast     Picnic     Basil     Pine Nut     Eggplant     Bell Pepper     Summer     Potluck     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

a 1 1/2-pound eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon coarse salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound rotelle (wagon wheel pasta)
2 red bell peppers, roasted and chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted golden
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, washed well, spun dry, and finely shredded
1 garlic clove, chopped and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • In a large colander set over a bowl toss eggplant with salt and let stand 1 hour.
  • Rinse eggplant under cold water and gently squeeze by handfuls to remove excess liquid. Transfer eggplant to a large jelly-roll and toss with 2 tablespoons oil. Roast eggplant in middle of oven, shaking pan occasionally, until tender and golden, about 45 minutes, and cool.
  • In a 4-quart kettle bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil for pasta.
  • In a large bowl stir together eggplant, bell peppers, pine nuts, parsley, and basil.
  • In a small bowl whisk together garlic, sugar, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk until emulsified.
  • Add pasta to boiling water and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente. In colander drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Add pasta to eggplant mixture and drizzle with dressing.

Md Mex
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Bwayisak Tanko
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This recipe is a must-try for eggplant lovers!


Borsha Rahman
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! The roasted eggplant adds so much flavor.


Liezelle La Grange
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up leftover roasted eggplant.


Mariam Veerigadu
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This pasta salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and everyone will love it.


Frank Nouairi
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant is roasted to perfection and the dressing is amazing.


Ali Sattar
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Teghan Griswold
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I made this pasta salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


DeViXier
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the roasted eggplant adds a nice smoky flavor.


Dianna “Dee Dee Schumann” Rodgers
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The eggplant is so flavorful and the dressing is perfect.


Sarah Hintum
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover roasted eggplant. I also added some chopped fresh basil and it was delicious!


Joseph Fong
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and everyone loves it.


Rajveshna Singh
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This pasta salad with roasted eggplant is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the eggplant is perfectly roasted.