SMOKY EGGPLANT AND MELON WRAPS

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The sweetness of the cantaloupe really pairs well with the spicy smoky bite of the eggplant. I made extra, since I gave the left overs for hubby to take to work. I used Xylitol instead of brown sugar to keep this sugar free.

Provided by Jo Zimny

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium eggplant (3/4 pound)
1/2 c olive oil
2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp smokey paprika
1 1/2 tsp cumin
2 tsp kosher salt
2 lb cantaloupe, peeled and cut into 24-1" cubes

Steps:

  • 1. Quarter the eggplant length-wise, and slice into 24 long, very thin strips. Using a mondoline or sharp vegetable peeler.
  • 2. Whisk together oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, paprika, cumin and salt in a 9" square baking dish. Add the eggplant strips and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  • 3. Heat the gas grill to high. Grill eggplant strips for 2 minutes on either side or until the strips are tender and have grill marks.
  • 4. Wrap 1 strip grilled eggplant around each melon chunk, and secure with a toothpick.
  • 5. Enjoy!

Muhamad Danyal
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These wraps are perfect for a hot summer day. They're light, refreshing, and delicious.


Carl Brennan
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These wraps are a great way to use up leftover eggplant and melon.


Amara Maldonado
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These wraps are definitely a keeper! I'll be making them again and again.


Ikram Shaikh
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I had some trouble finding smoky eggplant spread at the store. I ended up making my own and it was worth the extra effort.


Joel Adorno
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These wraps were a bit too smoky for my taste. I think I'll use less smoked eggplant next time.


Tiba Seluwa
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I love the pop of color that the melon adds to these wraps. They're so visually appealing.


Tamid Yor
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These wraps are so refreshing and flavorful. I can't wait to make them again!


Dibas Limbu
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I used vegan feta cheese in my wraps and they were still delicious. This recipe is easily adaptable to different dietary needs.


Metal Mania
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I added some chopped walnuts to the filling for extra crunch. It was a great addition!


Fateha islam Tammi
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These wraps are perfect for a light lunch or dinner. They're also great for picnics and potlucks.


biglez111 chillin
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I used watermelon instead of cantaloupe and it was just as delicious.


Mahmoud ALkdahy
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but these wraps changed my mind. The smokiness of the eggplant really made the dish.


Liyakat Sheikh
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These wraps were easy to make and so delicious. I used a store-bought smoky eggplant spread to save time, and it worked out great.


Shuvojit Mistry
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I made these wraps for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful.


hassan zaib
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I love the idea of using melon in a savory dish. It added a refreshing sweetness that balanced out the smokiness of the eggplant perfectly.


Maliha aktar Sneha
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These smoky eggplant and melon wraps were a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was fantastic, and the smoky eggplant added a unique depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again!


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