Description
This Fresh Eggplant Salad brings a burst of garden-fresh flavor with smoky roasted eggplant, zesty lemon, and sweet honey, perfect for a side or main course.
Ingredients
2 Large Eggplants
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Mint, chopped
3 Garlic Cloves, minced
1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Raw Honey
Sea Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
1/4 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the eggplants, then cut them into 1-inch cubes
- On a large baking sheet, toss the eggplant cubes with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until well coated
- Spread the eggplant in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and tender
- Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and a bit more olive oil in a small bowl
- Once the eggplant has cooled slightly, combine it in a large bowl with cherry tomatoes, parsley, and mint. Pour the dressing over and toss gently
- If using, add feta cheese on top just before serving and let the salad sit for about 10 minutes
Notes
This salad tastes better the next day as the flavors meld together.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg