Grilled Eggplant with Feta relish

Name: Grilled Eggplant with Feta relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese; 2/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber; 1/2 cup chopped seeded plum tomato; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 8 slices eggplant (3/4 inch thick); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; Minced fresh basil or parsley, optional

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min. YIELD: 8 servings.

I created this impressive light side dish for my vegetarian friends. It’s easy, fast and a standout recipe for company. —Amanda Dekrey, Fargo, North Dakota

Ingredients

3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
2/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped seeded plum tomato
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
8 slices eggplant (3/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh basil or parsley, optional

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette and garlic powder until combined. Stir in feta, cucumber, tomato and onion. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.
2. Brush eggplant with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender. Top eggplant with feta mixture. If desired, sprinkle with basil or parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 eggplant slice with 3 tablespoons relish: 105 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 499mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.

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