Italian Grilled Eggplant Caprese

This variation of insalata Caprese has the surprise--and welcome--addition of grilled eggplant. It's a great appetizer or vegetarian side dish for a summer barbecue.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 251 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• cooking spray
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh garlic
• 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
• 3 leaves fresh basil, cut into thin strips

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine olive oil, garlic, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.

Step 3

Put eggplant slices on the hot grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn eggplant and brush with the oil mixture. Place 1 slice of tomato and 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on each eggplant piece. Close the lid and cook until cheese has melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with basil.