ROASTED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) AND PEPPER SALAD

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Roasted Eggplant (Aubergine) and Pepper Salad image

I have also used an Italian dressing with this to good results.(We've also used this as an appetizer with chips and crackers)

Provided by Mary Fillmore

Categories     European

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggplants, cut into 3/4 inch thick slices (2 1/2 lbs.)
2 large green bell peppers, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips
2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips
8 garlic cloves, large, unpeeled
1/2 cup olive oil
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon cumin, ground
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 pita bread rounds, warm, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Position rack in top third of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees.
  • Spray large heavy baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Combine the eggplant, peppers, garlic and olive oil in a large bowl. Toss well.
  • Transfer to the prepared sheet. Bake until eggplant is brown and the peppers are tender, stirring every 10 minutes.
  • Scape vegetables and pan juices into a bowl, saving the garlic for the dressing.
  • Combine the vinegar, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne in a food processor.
  • Peel the roasted garlic, add to the food processor. Puree until smooth.
  • Toss the vegetables with 1/4 cup of the dressing.
  • Cool, and let sit for a while to let the flavors develop.
  • To serve: Bring to room temperature. Mound salad in center of large platter.
  • Serve with the pita wedges.

Balinda Hannah
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy summer meal.


Kerys Grace
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It actually tastes even better the next day.


Cole Carter
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and smoky flavor of the roasted vegetables.


Rudy Umpherville
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this salad. The roasting process mellows out the flavor of the eggplant, and the other vegetables and dressing really complement it.


Sufyan khokhar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. I often make a big batch of roasted vegetables on the weekend and then use them to make this salad throughout the week.


Amir Adem
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I made this salad for a picnic last summer, and it was a huge hit. It's a great dish to take to potlucks or parties.


kanyange anisha
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and smoky flavor of the roasted vegetables.


Kato Chaka
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I'm going to try this salad with grilled vegetables next time. I think it would be just as delicious.


Rachel Mead
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This salad is a great source of vitamins and minerals. It's also a good source of fiber.


fatima Keaton
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I love the addition of the feta cheese and pine nuts. They add a nice salty and crunchy texture to the salad.


Alfonso Gamez
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It actually tastes even better the next day.


Diana Palacios
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this salad. The roasting process mellows out the flavor of the eggplant.


Azan Shah
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add other roasted vegetables, such as zucchini or squash.


Md Solaiman
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always delicious. I love the smokiness of the roasted vegetables.


Marty Peltier
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This is one of my favorite summer recipes. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Zhou Ndaba
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I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.


Nana-Amina Khalid
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This roasted eggplant, aubergine, and pepper salad is a fantastic dish! The flavors are incredible, and the vegetables are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.