Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Loaded Grilled Eggplant with Creamy Herb Sauce, a delightful vegetarian dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender, smoky eggplant paired with a luscious creamy herb sauce and a savory nut-based filling. It’s not only visually stunning but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or a cozy night in. Impress your guests or simply treat yourself to this healthy yet indulgent meal that celebrates the bounty of summer grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 baby or Italian eggplants
- 2 cups raw pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (more to taste)
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (roughly chopped)
- 1 tablespoon parsley (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Herb Sauce: Blend mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
- Make the Nut Crumble: Combine chopped nuts with coconut aminos, olive oil, cumin, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a saucepan over low heat. Toast until fragrant.
- Grill the Eggplant: Slice eggplants in half lengthwise; score the flesh. Brush with olive oil and seasonings. Grill cut-side down for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and tender.
- Assemble: Top each grilled eggplant half with creamy herb sauce and nut crumble.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian/Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg