Grilled cheesy eggplant
4
Points®
Total time: 25 min • Prep: 10 min • Cook: 15 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
The barbecue cooking of the eggplants gives it a smoky flavour whilst still adding classic fresh Italian flavours with melted cheese, tomato and basil. These juicy eggplants are sure to get the taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Eggplant
800 g, buy 2 medium, (about 400g each)
Dried herbs
1 tsp, Italian variety
Garlic powder or flakes
½ tsp, (powder)
Mozzarella
1 cup(s), grated, grated, (120g)
Tomato(es)
2 medium, sliced
Fresh basil
¼ cup(s), leaves, torn
Oil spray
1 x 3 second spray(s)
Instructions
1
Cut each eggplant lengthways into 4 thick slices. Arrange slices in a single layer on a large baking tray. Sprinkle tops of slices with Italian herbs and garlic powder. Season with salt.
2
Lightly spray a barbecue with oil, then heat over medium-high heat. Arrange eggplant slices, seasoned-side down, on barbecue. Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes.
3
Turn the slices over. Top evenly with three-quarters of the mozzarella, tomato and remaining mozzarella. Close the lid and cook for 6-8 minutes until eggplant is tender and cheese is melted. Serve sprinkled with basil.
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