Charred Eggplant Salad

" Mediterranean ingredients and seasonings make this an ideal summer side dish. If you can grill the eggplants over coals, this salad will have even more flavor. "

 

Salads - Vegetable

 

INGREDIENTS:


  • 8 Japanese eggplants - (about 3 lbs)
    1 lg red bell pepper roasted, peeled,
    and chopped
    1 head garlic roasted, peeled,
    and mashed
    2 tbs capers rinsed, and
    coarsely chopped
    1 cp Kalamata olives pitted, chopped
    2 tbs chopped fresh coriander
    2 tbs chopped fresh mint
    1 tsp cumin seed toasted, ground
    2 tbs balsamic vinegar
    1 tbs fresh lime juice - (to 2)
    3 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
    salt to taste
    freshly-ground black pepper; to taste







     

  • DIRECTIONS:

     

    Char eggplants directly over flame on all sides.

     

    Place in bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let stand for 10 minutes.

     

    Carefully peel off charred skin. Roughly chop eggplants and place in glass bowl with remaining ingredients.

     

    Season to taste.
     

    Servings: 6

     

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