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Charred Eggplant Salad Recipe

Charred Eggplant Salad Recipe
  • Category

    Salads

  • Cusine

    American

Ingredients

2 large eggplants

1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup lemon juice

6 basil leaves, finely chopped

6 mint leaves, finely chopped

1 scallion thinly sliced

1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Pita bread

Directions

Heat your grill or large iron skillet over medium high heat. Place the eggplants on the grill or skillet and cook for about 6 minutes per side, or until skins are stiff and the flesh is very soft. It should take anywhere from 24 to 30 minutes. When done, set aside to cool for a few minutes. Add the sliced onion to a medium bowl. Sprinkle with a teaspoon of the salt and pour in the vinegar. Let them marinate for at least 5 minutes, but preferably longer. When the eggplant is cool, remove the skins and roughly chop up the pulp. Transfer to a large bowl along with the rest of the ingredients. Mix well, and then add the onions and vinegar. Serve with some warm pita bread.