WARM EGGPLANT SALAD

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It tastes so good you can eat it as a main dish! Try it on top of grilled bread slices.

Provided by Traveling Pans

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound long Chinese eggplants
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium red bell pepper
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 large clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Trim eggplants and cut in half if very long. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle a little Italian seasoning and salt on both sides of each slice.
  • Preheat a griddle or heavy pan over high heat. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over eggplant slices and cook until slightly charred, about 30 seconds per side.
  • Core bell pepper and cut into thin slices. Season with salt. Use the same griddle or pan to cook until slightly charred, about 30 seconds per side.
  • Prepare dressing by mixing remaining olive oil, sugar, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl. Stir in remaining Italian seasoning.
  • Layer 1/2 of the eggplant slices on a plate. Dot with cream cheese. Cover with bell peppers and remaining cream cheese. Top with remaining eggplant. Drizzle dressing over the salad. Garnish with cilantro. Serve warm, mixing right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 26.2 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

guddu and guria
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This salad is a must-try for eggplant lovers!


Courtney Jason
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I'll definitely be making this salad again.


sueann campbell
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Waqas Akhtar
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this salad. The eggplant was roasted perfectly and the dressing was delicious.


Munna Lal
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Sane Vai
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The dressing for this salad is so flavorful and tangy.


Cynthia Hamaimbo
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant in this salad.


Ubaid Barki
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Blessing Dube
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Madiha Adnan
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This is one of my favorite recipes for eggplant. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Lucky Iheanyi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


hamza dabi
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy summer meal. The eggplant is roasted to perfection and the dressing is flavorful and tangy.


Naseem Khalid
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this salad changed my mind. The roasted eggplant was so flavorful and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


lalzada Armani
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This warm eggplant salad was a delightful surprise! The roasted eggplants were smoky and tender, and the combination of flavors was just perfect.