Eggplant Appetizer

Description This traditional Russian eggplant appetizer is delicious! It’s great with crackers or bread. Put leftovers in jars so you can enjoy it the whole winter! Ingredients 5 eggplants, peeled and cubed 5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped 5 tomatoes, chopped 5 onions, chopped 1 ½ tablespoons white sugar 1 tablespoon salt ½ cup vegetable … Read more

Italian Grilled Eggplant Caprese

Description A variation on insalata Caprese with the addition of grilled eggplant–a great appetizer or vegetarian side for a summer barbecue. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon grated fresh garlic ½ teaspoon salt 2 small purple eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 tomato, sliced 1/8-inch thick 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced … Read more

Grilled Eggplant and Asparagus Salad

Description Warm grilled eggplant, asparagus, and tomatoes top a bed of cool, crunchy romaine and endive lettuce with a balsamic vinegar dressing. Ingredients 32 asparagus spears, trimmed 2 small Italian eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch thick spears 4 tomatoes, sliced ½ teaspoon salt, or as needed 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar salt and … Read more

Grilled Eggplant, Tomato and Goat Cheese

Description Delicious, no fuss appetizer! Elegant but sooo easy. A perfect addition to a BBQ or a fabulous Italian feast. Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds 2 large tomatoes, sliced 1 (11 ounce) log goat cheese 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar salt and pepper to taste Prep Time: 10 … Read more