Elevate your culinary repertoire with our Low Sodium Grilled Aubergine with Herb Dressing—a wholesome and flavorful dish perfect for health-conscious eaters! This recipe showcases tender slices of eggplant, grilled to perfection for a smoky, caramelized finish, then generously drizzled with a vibrant herb dressing packed with fresh parsley, basil, dill, and a hint of garlic and lemon. The dish is low in sodium yet bursting with bold flavors, thanks to a touch of black pepper and red chili flakes for a subtle kick. With minimal prep and cooking time, this nutritious and gluten-free recipe makes an effortless appetizer, side dish, or plant-based main course that's equally satisfying served warm or at room temperature. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts, it's a delicious way to savor seasonal produce while keeping your sodium intake in check!
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thinly slice the aubergines into rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Brush each aubergine slice lightly with the olive oil and lemon mixture on both sides.
Place the aubergine slices on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are tender.
While the aubergines are grilling, prepare the herb dressing: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, chopped dill, black pepper, red chili flakes, the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir well to combine.
Once the aubergines are grilled, arrange them on a serving platter.
Drizzle the herb dressing generously over the grilled aubergine slices.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your low sodium grilled aubergine with herb dressing as a healthy and flavorful dish.
Calories |
483 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1240 mg | 26% | |
*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.