Grilled Eggplant Slices
Elevate your summer grilling game with these delectable Grilled Eggplant Slices, a simple yet flavorful vegetarian side dish that's perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners. Featuring tender rounds of eggplant brushed with a rich blend of olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano, this recipe ensures every slice is infused with savory, smoky goodness. Cooked to perfection on the grill, the eggplant develops beautiful char marks and a tender texture that pairs wonderfully with the fresh parsley garnish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a quick, healthy option that complements any main course. Whether you're a seasoned griller or a veggie lover looking for a new favorite, these aromatic eggplant slices are bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplant
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Wash the eggplants thoroughly, and then slice them into approximately 1/2-inch thick rounds.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Brush both sides of each eggplant slice generously with the olive oil mixture.
Place the eggplant slices onto the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes on the first side, until grill marks appear.
Flip the eggplant slices and continue to grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until they are tender and cooked through.
Remove the eggplant slices from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the grilled eggplant slices for garnish.
Serve immediately as a side dish or pair them with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 837 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 702 mg | 15% | |
*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.
