SMOKEY ROASTED EGGPLANTS, PEPPERS AND GOAT CHEESE

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Smokey Roasted Eggplants, Peppers and Goat Cheese image

Provided by Joanna Pruess

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield Six to eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 pounds Japanese eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch slices lengthwise but left attached at the stem
Olive oil
1 medium red pepper
1 medium yellow pepper
4 thin slices red onion, separated into rings
4 ounces crumbly goat cheese
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat your barbecue or broiler until hot. Position the rack about four inches from the heat.
  • Brush the eggplant slices liberally with olive oil on both sides. Place them directly on the grill or under the broiler and cook until the eggplant is tender and lightly browned. Turn once. Watch carefully so they do not burn. Remove and set them aside on paper towels to cool slightly.
  • Place the whole peppers on the hot grill, turning until the skin is completely charred. Place the charred peppers in a brown paper bag and close. Allow the peppers to steam for about 10 minutes. Remove and scrape off the charred skin, seeds and membranes, and slice into one-inch strips.
  • Remove the stems from the eggplant. Arrange the eggplant slices, pepper strips and onion rings in a shallow bowl. Crumble the goat cheese on top.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, thyme, and salt and pepper. Drizzle it over the eggplant mixture. Sprinkle on the parsley and serve either warm or at room temperature. Add extra vinegar if needed.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 206, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 505 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Fuego TheWindowMan
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The smokiness of the roasted vegetables really mellowed out the flavor of the goat cheese and the combination was actually quite delicious. I'll d


ingrid walker
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some roasted eggplant and peppers in the fridge and I decided to try this recipe. It turned out great! The goat cheese really brought the dish together. I served it over pasta and it was a


Kelly French
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to eat my vegetables. This dish definitely fits the bill! The roasted vegetables are packed with flavor and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. I'll definitely be


Kelzang Yngdon
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I made a few changes to suit my taste. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a bit of extra flavor. I also used a blend of goat cheese and feta cheese. It turned out


Hashim Dapilah
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This dish was a bit too smoky for my taste. I think I would have preferred to grill the vegetables instead of roasting them. The goat cheese was also a bit too overpowering. I think I would have preferred to use a milder cheese, such as feta.


starzio
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I made this dish exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfectly! The vegetables were roasted to perfection and the goat cheese was melted and creamy. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Farhim Ahmed
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of roasted vegetables and goat cheese. It's the perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion.


Vicky Meisner
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The smokiness of the roasted eggplant really mellowed out the flavor and the goat cheese added a nice creaminess. I'm definitely going to make this di


Rawzatullah Zaheer
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer vegetables. I used zucchini, yellow squash, and bell peppers. The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables and the goat cheese adds a nice tang. I served it over quinoa for a heal


ke tumi
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients. The roasted vegetables were perfectly tender and the goat cheese added a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this


Haiti Diamond
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This dish was an absolute delight! The smokiness of the roasted vegetables paired perfectly with the creamy goat cheese. I loved the pop of flavor from the fresh herbs. It was a great vegetarian option that even my meat-loving husband enjoyed.