Grilled Eggplant

Grilled eggplant is a smoky and savory dish that captures the essence of healthy late-night snacking. This delightful preparation highlights the eggplant's natural flavors enhanced with herbs and spices, perfect for a midnight meal.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds.
3. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the oil mixture.
5. Place the eggplant slices on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear.
6. Remove from the grill and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
7. Sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 130
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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