**Eggplant and Tomato Packets: A Mediterranean Delight**
Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with our enticing Eggplant and Tomato Packets. This vibrant dish captures the essence of summer, bursting with the flavors of tender eggplant, juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and tangy feta cheese. As the packets roast in the oven, the vegetables caramelize and release their natural sweetness, creating a delectable symphony of flavors. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas as you savor each bite of this Mediterranean masterpiece.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Eggplant and Tomato Packets:** Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe, where tender eggplant slices are layered with vine-ripened tomatoes, fragrant basil, and savory garlic.
2. **Feta and Spinach Stuffed Eggplant Packets:** Indulge in a delightful twist on the classic, as creamy feta cheese and earthy spinach join forces to create a flavorful filling, encased in tender eggplant.
3. **Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Eggplant Packets:** Discover a burst of Mediterranean sunshine with sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic pesto, adding a vibrant depth of flavor to the eggplant and tomato combination.
4. **Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Eggplant Packets:** Embark on a culinary adventure with roasted red peppers and tangy goat cheese, creating a smoky and creamy explosion of flavors in each bite.
5. **Quinoa and Chickpea Stuffed Eggplant Packets:** Delight in a hearty and nutritious variation, where quinoa, chickpeas, and a vibrant blend of spices come together, enveloped in tender eggplant.
Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary exploration, these Eggplant and Tomato Packets are sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean!
TOMATO EGGPLANT BAKE
Cheesy and delicious, this casserole features a crisp crumb topping. It's a good meatless entree for a summer-time meal.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place eggplant slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. , Preheat oven to 450°. Layer eggplant, tomato and onion in a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with basil. Cover and bake 20 minutes. , Toss bread crumbs and remaining butter. Arrange mozzarella cheese over vegetables; sprinkle with crumb mixture and Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
EGGPLANT AND TOMATO CASSEROLE
This is a delicious, easy-to-make, vegetarian casserole! Eggplant, tomato and onion are layered and seasoned with a splash of balsamic vinegar before being topped off with bread crumbs. There are a million variations and additions that you can make to this recipe! Be creative!
Provided by LPATTERSON1978
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season the eggplant slices with salt, and let stand for about 10 minutes. Drain off liquid.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly brown the eggplant slices on each side.
- Place a layer of the eggplant slices in an 8 inch square baking dish or casserole dish. Place some tomato slices over the eggplant, and then a few slices of onion. Repeat layers until you run out of eggplant. Pour balsamic vinegar over everything. In a small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread in a layer over the vegetables.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the eggplant is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 212.6 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
ROASTED EGGPLANTS AND TOMATOES
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Line a heavy large baking sheet with foil. Cut cross-hatch marks over the cut side of the eggplants. Arrange the eggplants and the Roma tomatoes cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with 2 tablespoons of oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons of oil, 2 teaspoons of garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon of oregano in a small bowl to blend. Stir in the diced tomatoes. Season with salt. Spoon the oil mixture over the eggplants. Sprinkle the eggplants with salt and pepper.
- Stir the bread crumbs, remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, 2 teaspoons of garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon of oregano in another small bowl to blend. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the Roma tomatoes.
- Bake until the vegetables are tender and the bread crumb topping is brown, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calorie, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 220 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 14 grams
EGGPLANT WITH TOMATOES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Trim off each end of eggplant. Cut eggplant lengthwise in half. Place each half, cut side down, on flat surface and cut crosswise into half-moon shapes, each about one-third-inch thick. There should be a total of about 34 slices.
- Trim off ends of tomatoes and cut away the cores. Cut tomatoes crosswise into slices, each about one-inch thick. There should be about 32 pieces. Alternate tomato slices with eggplant slices and arrange them compactly in a baking dish.
- Combine garlic, rosemary and oregano and sprinkle over layered eggplant. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and dribble oil over all.
- Place dish in the oven and bake 30 minutes. Baste the layered eggplant with any juices that have accumulated around it. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 225, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 582 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
EGGPLANT TOMATO BAKE
This is a simple, easy and low-fat recipe.
Provided by CADEAUX
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick oil spray. Arrange eggplant rounds on the cookie sheet and sprinkle Parmesan over the eggplant. Layer one slice of tomato on top of each eggplant round. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
SPICED EGGPLANT AND TOMATOES WITH RUNNY EGGS
A little like an eggplant version of shakshuka, this velvety skillet meal features sautéed eggplant and tomatoes seasoned with garlic, spices and lemon zest. It's topped with runny eggs and a crunchy garnish of toasted nuts. The yogurt and hot sauce simultaneously heat things up and cool things down, and really add a lot to this hearty, meltingly soft dish. Serve it for brunch or dinner, with a crisp green salad and some flatbread on the side.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories soups and stews, vegetables, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put eggplant in a colander in the sink and toss with 1 teaspoon salt. Let drain while preparing the nuts.
- In a small bowl, combine nuts, 1/4 teaspoon baharat and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pine nut mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and toasted, 2 minutes. Pour nuts back into the small bowl and stir in lemon zest. Set aside for serving.
- Add 3 tablespoons oil to the skillet and heat over medium-high until oil thins out, about 20 seconds. Add enough of the eggplant to fit in one layer without overlapping. Cook eggplant until browned, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer eggplant to a plate. Repeat with more oil and eggplant, taking care not to crowd the pan.
- When all the eggplant is browned, push the last batch still in the pan to one side. Drizzle the empty part of the pan with a tiny bit of oil and add garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Return the rest of the browned eggplant back to the pan and stir well to incorporate garlic.
- Add tomatoes and remaining baharat, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a big pinch of pepper. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes and eggplant become stewy, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in herbs. Taste and add more salt, if needed.
- Make small hollows into the stewed eggplant with the back of a spoon. Gently crack an egg into each hollow. Season eggs with salt and pepper. Cover with a lid or piece of foil and cook on medium-low until the eggs are just set, but still soft, 4 to 7 minutes. Remove the lid, and garnish with the spiced nuts, more herbs and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with yogurt, hot sauce and more lemon wedges on the side.
EGGPLANT AND TOMATO PACKETS
Categories Tomato Vegetable Grill/Barbecue
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
- Place one eggplant half and one tomato half on each sheet of aluminum foil. Sprinkle with garlic salt and black pepper. Drizzle with the olive oil. Fold the foil up to form packets.
- Grill the packets until the eggplant and tomato are very tender, about 15 minutes.
- Note: If your eggplant is small enough you don't have to peel it. Do peel the large ones as the peel tends to make the meat bitter.
- Note: There's no need to salt and drain the eggplant for this recipe.
Tips:
- Choose Small Eggplants: Smaller eggplants are tender and have fewer seeds, making them ideal for this recipe.
- Cut Eggplants into Cubes: Cutting eggplants into small cubes ensures even cooking and helps the flavors blend well.
- Salt and Drain Eggplants: Salting and draining the eggplants helps to remove excess moisture and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Saute Vegetables: Sauteing the vegetables in olive oil enhances their flavors and creates a flavorful base for the packets.
- Use Canned Tomatoes: Canned tomatoes are convenient and add a rich, tangy flavor to the filling.
- Add Herbs and Spices: Herbs like oregano, thyme, and basil, and spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, enhance the overall flavor of the filling.
- Fold in Cheese: Adding grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese to the filling adds a creamy and savory touch.
- Prepare Parchment Paper Packets: Cut parchment paper into squares and fold them in half to create individual packets for each serving.
- Evenly Distribute Filling: Divide the filling equally among the parchment paper packets, ensuring that each packet has a balanced combination of vegetables, sauce, and cheese.
- Seal Packets Tightly: Fold the parchment paper packets tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Bake at High Temperature: Baking the packets at a high temperature for a short duration allows the vegetables to cook quickly and retain their鮮脆ness.
- Serve Hot: Enjoy the eggplant and tomato packets while they are hot, with crusty bread or a side salad.
Conclusion:
This recipe for eggplant and tomato packets offers a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your eggplant and tomato packets turn out flavorful, juicy, and visually appealing. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and cheeses to create your unique flavor combinations. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a culinary journey filled with the vibrant flavors of eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs. Happy cooking!
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