Eggplant and Tomato Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Eggplant and Tomato Salad
10 min.
10
262kcal

Suggestions

This eggplant and tomato salad is a simple yet impressive dish that's perfect for summer entertaining. Grilled eggplant and tomato slices are stacked with fresh mozzarella and basil, then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil for a beautiful and delicious appetizer or side. It's a great way to showcase summer's best produce, and it's easy to prepare ahead of time for stress-free hosting. The combination of grilled vegetables, creamy cheese, and fresh herbs is always a crowd-pleaser. Plus, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a great option for a variety of dietary needs. Don't forget to finish it with a good quality extra virgin olive oil to really make the flavors shine. You can also add a splash of balsamic vinegar or your favorite salad dressing for extra flavor. So, fire up the grill and impress your guests with this stunning and tasty eggplant and tomato salad.

Ingredients

  • slices beefsteak tomatoes 
  • slices eggplant 
  • 10  basil fresh
  • 10  basil fresh
  • pound mozzarella fresh cut into 1/3-inch slices
  • 10 servings pepper black
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  • 10 servings olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat (350 to 450F).
  2. Brush the eggplant and tomato slices with oil and season evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill over direct medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until the vegetables are tender and nicely marked, turning once. The eggplant will take about 8 minutes and the tomatoes will take 2 to 4 minutes.
  4. Remove from the grill as they are done.
  5. Divide the eggplants, tomatoes, cheese, and basil among four plates.
  6. Drizzle with a little more olive oil or your favorite salad dressing, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein15.39%
Fat82.22%
Carbs2.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.7
Glycemic Load
0.36
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.9347826138787%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
7.2mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:262.41kcal
13.12%
Fat:24.16g
37.17%
Saturated Fat:7.9g
49.39%
Carbohydrates:1.58g
0.53%
Net Carbohydrates:1.29g
0.47%
Sugar:0.77g
0.86%
Cholesterol:35.83mg
11.94%
Sodium:478.7mg
20.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:10.18g
20.35%
Calcium:231.96mg
23.2%
Vitamin B12:1.03µg
17.24%
Phosphorus:163.24mg
16.32%
Vitamin E:2.14mg
14.24%
Vitamin K:13.26µg
12.63%
Selenium:7.74µg
11.06%
Zinc:1.35mg
8.98%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.78%
Vitamin A:352.97IU
7.06%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.79%
Magnesium:10.96mg
2.74%
Iron:0.33mg
1.86%
Potassium:58.05mg
1.66%
Folate:5.61µg
1.4%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.28%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.21%
Fiber:0.29g
1.17%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.16%
Source:My Recipes