Ww 0 Points Japanese Grilled Eggplant
Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Weight Watchers-inspired 0 Points Japanese Grilled Eggplant recipe, a guilt-free delight bursting with umami flavors. Perfect for satisfying your cravings without compromising on nutrition, this recipe stars tender Japanese eggplants, grilled to perfection and brushed with a vibrant marinade featuring low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and fresh ginger. The optional touch of sesame oil adds a hint of nuttiness, while sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds provide a fresh and crunchy garnish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal as a flavorful side or a wholesome vegan main course when paired with rice or noodles. Whether you're counting points or simply seeking a light and satisfying dish, this grilled eggplant recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Japanese eggplants
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional, for flavoring)
- 2 tablespoons Scallions (green onions), finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Rinse the Japanese eggplants and pat them dry with a towel. Slice each eggplant lengthwise in half.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil (if using).
Using a brush or spoon, generously coat the cut sides of the eggplants with the soy sauce mixture.
Place the eggplants cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 4-5 minutes until the flesh is slightly charred and soft.
Flip the eggplants over and grill for another 3-4 minutes, or until the skin is tender but the eggplants are still holding their shape.
Remove the eggplants from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
Sprinkle the grilled eggplants with freshly sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a main course with rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1073 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 2064 mg | 44% | |
*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.
