SPICED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) SALAD

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A Middle-Eastern-influenced Greek salad which is great served with warm pita bread or crusty rolls as a starter or as one of several mezze dishes, or to accompany grilled meats or pilaf. I have adapted this recipe from one I found in 'The Taste of Greece' and I am posting it for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. When I've made this, I just haven't noted how long it takes to grill the eggplant, so the 10 minutes below is a guesstimate. I have not included the chilling time required in the calculations for preparation and cooking times. This is very much a prepare-ahead salad.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Lemon

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 small eggplants, sliced
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cucumber, preferably Lebanese, very thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, home-grown, not supermarket varieties, very thinly sliced
1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted, halved
2 tablespoons yoghurt, preferably creamy Greek yoghurt
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
flat leaf parsley, chopped, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill, brush the eggplant slices lightly with some of the oil and cook under a high heat, turning once, until golden. Cut into quarters.
  • Mix together the remaining oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, cumin and coriander; season to taste with salt and pepper; mix thoroughly; add the warm eggplant quarters, stir well and chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Transfer the chilled eggplant mixture to a serving dish, and add the cucumber, tomatoes and olives; spoon the yoghurt on top, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Tera Enakireru
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the eggplant and the tangy dressing.


Shabeer Ahmad
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This salad is a delicious and healthy side dish. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family.


sagr raee
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I also added some chopped cucumber and red onion for extra crunch and flavor.


Lavender Adhiambo
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I love the idea of this salad, but I found the dressing to be a bit too oily. I will try making it again with a lighter dressing.


William Nyamukmba
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This salad is a great starting point for a delicious dish. I added some additional spices and herbs to give it a more robust flavor.


Natasha Simpson
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I would give this salad a 3 out of 5 stars. It was good, but not great. I might make it again, but I would probably make some changes to the recipe.


Angelito Ogahayon
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I thought this salad was alright. It wasn't anything special, but it was a good way to use up some leftover eggplant.


Lakshan Junashan
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This salad was a disaster! The eggplant was mushy and the tomatoes were sour. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


sk8sk8
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Meh, this salad was just okay. I found it to be a bit bland and lacking in flavor.


Creative Teach
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This salad is a 10/10! It's flavorful, healthy, and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Rumana Akter
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves eggplant or is looking for a new and exciting salad recipe.


Isreal Reuben
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's beautiful, delicious, and healthy.


Haibatullah Sindhi
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I like to add a little bit of feta cheese to this salad for an extra boost of flavor. It's also delicious with grilled chicken or fish.


Saiful Md saiful
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I love that this salad can be served warm or cold. It's perfect for a summer picnic or a cozy winter dinner.


Allah Deta
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.


Anet Rautenbach
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I always have a few eggplants on hand, so this salad is a go-to recipe for me.


Salahelsayed Alsayed
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I love the smoky flavor that the roasted eggplant gives to this salad. It pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the tomatoes and the tanginess of the onions.


Olatunde Oyekunle
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This spiced eggplant salad is an absolute delight! The combination of roasted eggplant, tomatoes, onions, and spices creates a flavorful and aromatic dish that is perfect for any occasion.