Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce
Bring vibrant flavors to your table with this Broiled Eggplant with Cilantro Mint Sauce, a quick yet impressive dish perfect for any occasion. Tender, caramelized eggplant slices are broiled to golden perfection and paired with a velvety sauce made from fresh cilantro, cooling mint, tangy lemon juice, and creamy Greek yogurt. This vegetarian recipe packs bold taste into every bite, with just a hint of refreshing herbal notes to balance the smoky eggplant. Ideal as a light appetizer or a flavorful side dish, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and can be served warm or at room temperature. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply spicing up weeknight meals, this eggplant recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and an excellent addition to your repertoire of easy, healthy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Eggplant
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler to high and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil, and then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler, about 6 inches from the heat source. Broil the eggplant for 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and tender. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
While the eggplant is broiling, prepare the cilantro mint sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh cilantro, fresh mint, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, and water.
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides if needed. Adjust the seasoning to taste and add a little more water if the sauce is too thick.
Once the eggplant slices are done, transfer them to a serving platter and let them cool slightly.
Drizzle the cilantro mint sauce over the eggplant slices, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.
Garnish with additional cilantro or mint leaves if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1034 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
