Open Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches

Transform your mealtime with these vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired Open Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches! This recipe features smoky, perfectly charred slices of eggplant seasoned with a touch of cumin and black pepper, served atop toasted sourdough layered with creamy hummus. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, fresh basil, and a sprinkle of tangy feta cheese add brightness and texture, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze gives each bite a sweet, savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this nutritious and vegetarian-friendly dish is perfect for a quick lunch, an elegant appetizer, or a light dinner. Whether you're grilling outdoors or using a stovetop grill pan, these open-face sandwiches are as easy to prepare as they are eye-catching and flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Eggplant
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Cumin powder
• 4 slices Sourdough bread
• 0.5 cups Hummus
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cups Red onion
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cups Feta cheese
• 2 teaspoons Balsamic glaze

Directions

Step 1

Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds and lay them on a cutting board. Sprinkle with salt on both sides and let them sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture.

Step 2

Rinse the salted eggplant slices and pat them dry with a paper towel. Brush both sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper and cumin powder.

Step 3

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill the eggplant slices for 4-5 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred. Set aside.

Step 4

While the eggplant is grilling, toast the sourdough slices until golden brown, either in a toaster or under a broiler.

Step 5

Spread about 2 tablespoons of hummus on each slice of toasted sourdough bread.

Step 6

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Arrange a few grilled eggplant slices on top of the hummus, then add cherry tomatoes, red onions, and fresh basil leaves.

Step 7

Sprinkle a small amount of feta cheese over the top of each sandwich and drizzle with balsamic glaze for added flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Open Face Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1360.7

Total Fat 60.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 53.5mg	0%
Sodium 3909.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 42.7g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 421.5mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2489.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 49.5%