GRILLED EGGPLANT AND GREENS WITH SPICED YOGURT

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First time grilling your greens? Lay them across the grill grates so they don't fall through, and be ready to turn them-they char quickly.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Side     Yogurt     Mint     Eggplant     Kale     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium Japanese eggplants or 1 globe eggplant (about 1 pound), sliced crosswise on a diagonal 1/2"-thick
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for serving
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 large bunches hardy greens (such as kale or Swiss chard)
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon garam masala or curry powder
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Toss eggplant with turmeric and 2 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Toss greens with 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill eggplant, turning often, until tender and charred in spots, 5-8 minutes; transfer to a large bowl.
  • Grill greens, turning often, until lightly charred in spots, about 2 minutes; transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly. Remove thick ribs and stems from greens and discard. Tear large leaves into large pieces; transfer to bowl with eggplant, add mint and 2 tablespoons oil, and toss to combine.
  • Mix yogurt and garam masala in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon yogurt onto a platter and top with eggplant, greens, and mint mixture. Drizzle with more oil and serve with lemon wedges.

Musoga Suzan
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the grilled eggplant and greens, and they couldn't get enough of the yogurt sauce.


Waris Khattak
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I'm not a huge fan of yogurt, but I loved the yogurt sauce in this dish. It was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.


Koda Nesta
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The yogurt sauce is the star of this dish. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the grilled eggplant and greens.


Md Farabes
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I made this dish for a picnic and it was the perfect portable meal. It's also a great make-ahead meal, which is always a bonus.


Tibita
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's simple, flavorful, and healthy.


Ezriela Fennell
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover grilled eggplant. I usually make a double batch of eggplant and save the leftovers for this dish.


lohanne koen
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of greens and yogurt, and it's always delicious.


Sharon Mirembe
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This dish was a breeze to make and turned out so impressive. I served it at a dinner party and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Emmanuel Udezu
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I'm not usually a big fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilling process brings out the eggplant's natural sweetness and makes it so tender and flavorful.


Md Shojib Hosen
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This recipe is an absolute winner! The smoky flavor of the grilled eggplant and the tangy yogurt sauce complement each other perfectly. I also love the addition of greens, which adds a nice freshness and crunch to the dish.