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This simple yet flavorsome eggplant is coated in olive oil and balsamic vinegar with a sprinkling of fresh rosemary and tangy Parmesan.

This is a great side to grilled meats or an addition to a Mediterranean sharing platter.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoon rosemary, fresh
  • 2 tablespoon, grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 small eggplant
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Slice the eggplant lengthways into 4 strips of an even thickness and score across the eggplant flesh.
  3. Mix together the balsamic and oil and brush all over the eggplant.
  4. Finely chop the rosemary and sprinkle over the eggplant along with the salt and pepper. Arrange on a shallow oven tray and bake for 15 minutes until tender.
  5. Remove the eggplant from the oven and sprinkle over the grated parmesan.
  6. Return the eggplant to the oven and bake for a further 5 minutes to soften the cheese and caramelize the edges of the eggplant.

Nutrition Facts

  • Servings: 4
  • Calories: 81.9kcal/342.5kJ (per serving)
  • Fat: 4.5g (per serving)
  • Carbs: 9.5g (per serving)
  • Protein: 2.1g (per serving)