Eggplant with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Relish
Roasted red bell pepper relish adds a burst of color and flavor atop thick slices of tender, lightly browned eggplant. Roasting the eggplant tames its slightly bitter flavor and highlights its natural richness.
Ingredients
Serves: 6
Serving Size: 2 slices of eggplant and 1 heaping tablespoon relish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 28 minutes
Cooking spray
1 (1 1/2-pound) unpeeled eggplant, cut into 12 (1/2-inch) slices
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided use
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained if bottled, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, thyme, or basil, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
Pinch of pepper
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a large baking dish with cooking spray.
- Lightly brush both sides of the eggplant slices with 2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle the salt over the top of the slices. Arrange in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Roast for 18–20 minutes, or until the eggplant is lightly browned on the bottom. Turn over. Roast for 8 minutes, or until browned on the bottom. Transfer the eggplant to plates.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients, including the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Spoon over the eggplant.
Exchanges/Choices
1 Vegetable, ½ Fat
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 50 |
Calories from Fat | 30 |
Total Fat | 3g |
Saturated Fat | 0.5g |
Trans Fat | 0g |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2g |
Cholesterol | 0mg |
Sodium | 200mg |
Potassium | 280mg |
Total Carbohydrate | 7g |
Dietary Fiber | 3g |
Sugars | 4g |
Added Sugar | 0g |
Protein | 1g |
Phosphorus | 30mg |