WARM EGGPLANT SALAD

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It tastes so good you can eat it as a main dish! Try it on top of grilled bread slices.

Provided by Traveling Pans

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound long Chinese eggplants
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium red bell pepper
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 large clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Trim eggplants and cut in half if very long. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle a little Italian seasoning and salt on both sides of each slice.
  • Preheat a griddle or heavy pan over high heat. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over eggplant slices and cook until slightly charred, about 30 seconds per side.
  • Core bell pepper and cut into thin slices. Season with salt. Use the same griddle or pan to cook until slightly charred, about 30 seconds per side.
  • Prepare dressing by mixing remaining olive oil, sugar, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl. Stir in remaining Italian seasoning.
  • Layer 1/2 of the eggplant slices on a plate. Dot with cream cheese. Cover with bell peppers and remaining cream cheese. Top with remaining eggplant. Drizzle dressing over the salad. Garnish with cilantro. Serve warm, mixing right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 26.2 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

binisemayat binisemayat
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This salad is amazing! The roasted eggplant is so smoky and flavorful. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Pruitt Lisa
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a big hit! The eggplant was roasted to perfection and the dressing was tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Ms Unus
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This salad is delicious! The eggplant is roasted perfectly and the dressing is very flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Zenobia Van Der Westhuizen
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. I highly recommend it.


Rs Nur vai
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a very healthy and flavorful dish. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Kaswood Channel
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The eggplant was roasted to perfection and the dressing was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Prottoy Ghosh
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This salad is amazing! The roasted eggplant is so smoky and flavorful. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Malak Rafi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the dressing was tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Ryan Patterson
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant salad is easy to make and absolutely delicious. I love the combination of roasted eggplant, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. The dressing is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Nikkie Hall
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This warm eggplant salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The roasted eggplant is smoky and tender, while the cherry tomatoes and red onion add a pop of sweetness and crunch. The dressing is tangy and herbaceous, with a hint of garlic a