Heart-Healthy Grilled Aubergine with Herb Dressing
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant and flavorful Heart-Healthy Grilled Aubergine with Herb Dressing! This quick and easy recipe combines smoky, tender grilled aubergine (eggplant) with a zesty, aromatic herb dressing made from fresh basil, parsley, mint, garlic, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for summertime grilling or a year-round plant-based side dish, this recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and is ideal for those seeking a low-calorie, nutrient-packed option. With minimal oil and no heavy ingredients, it’s a heart-healthy choice that's as delicious as it is nutritious. Serve it as a light appetizer, pair it with whole grains for a wholesome meal, or enjoy it as a show-stopping side dish at your next gathering. Healthy eating never tasted so good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large aubergine (eggplant)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Wash the aubergines and slice them lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices.
Brush both sides of the aubergine slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
Place the aubergine slices on the hot grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
While the aubergine is grilling, prepare the herb dressing. In a small bowl, combine the remaining tablespoon of olive oil with lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, parsley, mint, salt, and black pepper.
Once the aubergine is grilled, transfer the slices to a serving platter.
Drizzle the herb dressing over the warm aubergine slices, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Let the aubergine rest for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2638 mg | 56% | |
*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.
