**Grilled Eggplant with Rosemary: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish**
Grilled eggplant with rosemary is a delectable dish that combines the smoky, slightly bitter flavor of eggplant with the aromatic and earthy notes of rosemary. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, and it pairs well with a variety of cuisines.
The recipes in this article offer a range of options for preparing grilled eggplant with rosemary, ensuring that there's a perfect recipe for every taste and occasion. From a simple grilled eggplant with rosemary and olive oil to more elaborate dishes featuring additional ingredients like tomatoes, feta cheese, and balsamic glaze, these recipes provide a culinary journey that showcases the versatility of this delicious vegetable.
Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, you'll find inspiration in this collection of grilled eggplant with rosemary recipes. So fire up your grill and get ready to savor the smoky, savory flavors of this Mediterranean classic.
GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH ROSEMARY
Pair grilled eggplant with feta cheese for a Mediterranean-style topping for our Rustic Market Tarts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes enough for 6 rustic tarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium. Place eggplant in a colander in a single layer, and sprinkle generously with salt. Let stand 20 minutes; rinse eggplant, and pat dry.
- In a medium bowl, combine eggplant, oil, garlic, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Grill eggplant until tender and golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
ROSEMARY GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat grill pan to high or preheat grill or charcoal. Coat tuna in balsamic and season with rosemary, salt and pepper. Drizzle fish with oil, coating lightly on both sides, about 2 tablespoons oil, total.
- Preheat a medium nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream. Add garlic, onion and saute 2 or 3 minutes. Dice the zucchini and squash while the onion begins to soften. Add the zucchini and squash to the pan and turn to coat and combine with garlic and onion.
- Slice eggplant into strips and dice, then add to the pan. Turn to combine all of the vegetables. Add thyme, salt and pepper to season the mixture. Cook over medium high heat, stirring frequently, 10 minutes, until vegetables are just fork tender.
- Grill tuna 2 to 3 minutes on each side for rare, up to 6 minutes on each side for well done.
- When tuna is done and vegetables are fork tender, stir chopped tomatoes into eggplant and zucchini mixture and remove vegetables from heat.
- Serve wedges of vegetable antipasto, above recipe, along side tuna steaks topped with vegetable salsa. Extra antipasto slices and vegetables should be passed at the table.
- A nice Sicilian rose, chilled, makes a fine beverage companion.
- 1 loaf crusty bread, 9 to 12 inches in length
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, drained, chopped -- 1/2 a small jar
- 1/4 cup black pitted calamata or oil cured olives, your preference, chopped
- 1/2 cup prepared pesto sauce
- 1/4 pound deli sliced provolone
- 1 jar, 16 to 18 roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts in water, drained
- 1 cup giardiniera, pickled vegetables (hot pickled peppers, cauliflower, carrots available on the Italian foods aisle of market or in bulk bins near deli section with bulk olives)
- Coarse salt and black pepper
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Cut the top off a loaf of crusty bread. Hollow out the inside of the bread.
- Mix parsley, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped olives and store bought or homemade pesto sauce. Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the hollowed out bread. Layer the cheese into the loaf. Layer the roasted red peppers on top of the cheese. Coarsely chop the drained artichoke hearts and add them in a layer over the red peppers. Sprinkle in the chopped hot pickled vegetables and drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil on top. Replace the top, cut the stuffed loaf into pieces and serve.
- Yield: 4 servings
- Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes
- Cook Time: none
- Ease of Preparation: easy
Tips:
- Choose small to medium-sized eggplants that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin.
- To prevent the eggplants from absorbing too much oil, slice them thinly and pat them dry with paper towels before grilling.
- Use a grill pan or outdoor grill that is lightly oiled and preheated to medium-high heat.
- Grill the eggplants in batches, working in single layers so that they cook evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the grilled eggplants immediately, or let them cool slightly and then drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chopped fresh herbs.
Conclusion:
Grilled eggplant is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a healthy and flavorful option that is perfect for summer grilling. With a few simple tips, you can easily grill eggplants to perfection. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy this delicious vegetable, give grilled eggplant a try!
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