Mediterranean Eggplant

Description:

Nutrition information per serving
calories: 200 (calories from fat: 150); total fat: 16g (saturated fat: 5g); cholesterol: 25mg; protein: 6g; total carbohydrates: 7g (dietary fiber: 3g; sugars: 4g); sodium: 70mg

Ingredients:

1 large eggplant, cut into 1⁄2-inch slices
- Big Y nonstick cooking spray
1⁄2 cup World Classics Trading Co. olive oil
3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp. dried oregano
1⁄4 cup fresh basil, snipped
1⁄4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- Big Y salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 vine ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, chopped
- Fresh basil sprigs for garnish

Instructions:

Sprinkle both sides of eggplant slices lightly with salt and place between layers
of paper towel. Let stand for 1 to 2 hours, rinse and pat dry.
Spray grill grate with cooking spray and preheat to medium.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Place the eggplant slices on the grill and baste with oil mixture.
Cook for 4 minutes. Turn, baste other side and continue to cook for 4 minutes. Remove from grill and arrange on a serving platter. Serve topped with chopped tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs if desired.

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