Grilled Eggplant

Grilled Eggplant is a flavorful Paleo Greek BBQ dish that highlights the smoky essence of perfectly charred eggplant, enhanced by a medley of Mediterranean herbs. This simple yet delicious recipe offers a healthy side or main dish, perfect for summer gatherings.

Grilled Eggplant
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  4. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Place the eggplant slices on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
  6. Remove the grilled eggplant from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 290 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress in the body.
  • Good source of dietary fiber, promoting healthy digestion.

Tags

GreekPaleoBBQ