Grilled Eggplant Italian Style (Printable Recipe)

Smoky grilled eggplant with garlic, herbs, and a caramelized finish. Quick and flavorful, perfect for warm-weather meals.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 2 medium eggplants, firm and heavy for their size, ends trimmed

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil

03 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano

04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Slice eggplants crosswise into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

02 - In a small bowl, whisk olive oil with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.

03 - Brush both sides of each eggplant slice with the seasoned oil mixture.

04 - Place eggplant slices on the grill. Close the lid and grill for 4 minutes per side, or until tender and grill marks appear.

05 - Add toppings such as feta cheese, fresh herbs, lemon juice, balsamic glaze, or tahini sauce before serving.

01 - Large eggplants may require salting before grilling to reduce bitterness; let sit with sea salt for 15 minutes and pat dry.

02 - Eggplant should be soft and caramelized when fully grilled; undercooking results in a bitter, tough texture.

03 - Grilled eggplant can be reheated on the grill, in a skillet, or oven, or served cold in salads or wraps.