Grilled Eggplant Bites

Health score
6%
Grilled Eggplant Bites
80 min.
4
234kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful side dish that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than these Grilled Eggplant Bites! This recipe combines the rich, smoky flavor of grilled Japanese eggplants with a creamy, savory cheese filling that is simply irresistible. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these bites are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.

Japanese eggplants are known for their tender texture and mild flavor, making them an excellent choice for grilling. By salting the eggplant slices, we draw out excess moisture and bitterness, ensuring that each bite is perfectly seasoned and succulent. The combination of ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses creates a luscious filling that complements the eggplant beautifully, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness.

With a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish for four servings. Whether served as a side dish or a light appetizer, these Grilled Eggplant Bites are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in a culinary experience that celebrates the flavors of summer!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon kosher salt (coarse)
  • 20 oz eggplant cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
  • cup ricotta cheese 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian coarsely chopped (flat-leaf)
  • teaspoons breadcrumbs plain
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • pot
  • sieve
  • grill
  • stove
  • colander
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Place colander or strainer over bowl. Lightly sprinkle salt on each eggplant slice; place slices in colander. Set small plate on top of slices.
  2. Place small pot of water on top of plate to weigh down eggplant slices and extract excess moisture and bitterness.
  3. Let stand about 30 minutes.
  4. Remove eggplant slices from colander. Pat dry with clean cloth towels to remove any excess salt and moisture.
  5. Spray 10x10-inch grill pan with cooking spray.
  6. Heat pan on stove over medium-high heat.
  7. Place eggplant slices in grill pan; cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until eggplant slices are tender and have grill marks.
  8. Place slices in silicone-lined pan.
  9. Heat oven to 350°F. Line 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  10. In medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, parsley, bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil until combined.
  11. At one end of each eggplant slice, place 2 to 3 teaspoons cheese filling. Gently roll up each eggplant slice to enclose filling.
  12. Drizzle bites with remaining olive oil.
  13. Bake about 10 minutes or until filling is warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories234kcal
Protein17.91%
Fat63.4%
Carbs18.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29
Glycemic Load
1.81
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.883478361627%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
121.46mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:234.37kcal
11.72%
Fat:16.99g
26.13%
Saturated Fat:7.2g
44.98%
Carbohydrates:11.27g
3.76%
Net Carbohydrates:6.9g
2.51%
Sugar:5.3g
5.89%
Cholesterol:35.87mg
11.96%
Sodium:1907.73mg
82.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.8g
21.6%
Vitamin K:42.83µg
40.79%
Calcium:220.84mg
22.08%
Phosphorus:178.16mg
17.82%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.54%
Fiber:4.36g
17.45%
Selenium:11.08µg
15.83%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.77%
Potassium:408.92mg
11.68%
Folate:43.17µg
10.79%
Vitamin A:525.79IU
10.52%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.21%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.72%
Magnesium:30.89mg
7.72%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.72%
Vitamin C:5.78mg
7%
Copper:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:1.09mg
5.47%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.14%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Iron:0.84mg
4.66%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.03%