Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs

Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs is a delicious way to cook eggplant on the grill, and even eggplant avoiders will enjoy this recipe! An easy and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of grilled meats and seafood. Surprisingly satisfying, eggplant is also an excellent base for a hearty vegetarian meal.

Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs

Yield: 6 Servings

Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs

Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs

Grilled Eggplant with Feta and Herbs is a delicious way to cook eggplant on the grill, and even eggplant avoiders will enjoy this recipe! An easy and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of grilled meats and seafood. Surprisingly satisfying, eggplant is also an excellent base for a hearty vegetarian meal.

Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, cut in uniform slices 3/4 inch thick
  • 2 tsp. salt, for salting eggplant (see notes)
  • 2 T olive oil, for brushing on eggplant
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint (see notes)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (see notes)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Feta (or more)

VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 tsp. garlic puree or finely minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3 T fresh lemon juice
  • 2 T red onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin (or a little more if you really like cumin)
  • generous pinch Aleppo Pepper (or use cayenne pepper)
  • 1 tsp. Spike Seasoning (optional, but recommended; use any all-purpose seasoning if you don't have Spike)
  • 6 T extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

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