Vegan Grilled Eggplant with Cheese
Elevate your summer grilling game with this irresistibly savory Vegan Grilled Eggplant with Cheese recipe! Featuring perfectly charred eggplant rounds seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, these tender slices are topped with a creamy, plant-based cheese sauce made from nutritional yeast, almond milk, and melted vegan cheese. The recipe balances smoky flavors with the tanginess of lemon juice, creating a delightful dairy-free indulgence that’s perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this 35-minute dish is ideal for backyard barbecues, light dinners, or side servings. Easy to prepare and brimming with flavor, this vegan-friendly recipe will be your new grilling favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces large eggplants
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup vegan cheese
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Lightly sprinkle both sides with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
Pat the eggplant slices dry with a paper towel. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Place the eggplant slices on the grill. Grill each side for 4-5 minutes, or until nicely charred and tender.
For the cheese sauce, in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the almond milk and cornstarch until smooth.
Add the vegan cheese, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the eggplant from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Drizzle the vegan cheese sauce over the grilled eggplant slices.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3595 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2934 mg | 62% | |
*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.
