Grilled Eggplant Bites with Mozzarella Cheese
Savor the perfect blend of smoky, creamy, and zesty flavors with these Grilled Eggplant Bites with Mozzarella Cheese—a quick and impressive appetizer or light meal. Tender rounds of grilled eggplant are seasoned with garlic, oregano, and black pepper, then topped with gooey melted mozzarella, tangy marinara, and fresh basil leaves for a Mediterranean-inspired flair. Ready in just 25 minutes, these elegant bites are finished with an optional drizzle of balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, these low-carb, gluten-free bites are as healthy as they are delicious, making them a crowd-pleasing addition to any menu. Serve warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Eggplant
- 8 ounces Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.5 cups Marinara sauce
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds, yielding approximately 12-14 slices.
Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
Grill the eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until tender and grill marks are visible.
While the eggplant is grilling, slice the mozzarella cheese into small pieces, about the size of the eggplant rounds.
Once the eggplant slices are done, remove them from the grill and place a piece of mozzarella on top of each slice.
Spoon a small amount of marinara sauce onto the mozzarella, then top with a fresh basil leaf.
Return the topped eggplant slices to the grill (or place them under a broiler) for 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese melts slightly.
Remove the eggplant bites from the heat and arrange them on a serving platter.
Drizzle the bites with balsamic glaze if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.4 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 147 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 4873 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1667 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1814 mg | 39% | |
*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.
