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Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata with Garlic-Herb Breadcrumbs


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  • Author: Amanda
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x

Description

A summery vegetarian main dish and inventive take on the classic eggplant parmesan!  Grilled eggplant are layered with roasted tomatoes, burrata cheese and garlic-herb bread crumbs (in place of frying).  Add tons of basil for a flavorful burst of freshness at the end.


Ingredients

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  • 11/2 pounds cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Sprinkle of granulated sugar
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 large garlic cloves, 4 crushed and 1 finely minced, divided
  • 3 medium eggplants (about 3 pounds)
  • Olive oil, as needed
  • 11/2 cups (about 4 ounces) fresh breadcrumbs (high-quality white bread pulsed into coarse crumbs in the food processor)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese, drained and dried

Instructions

For the roasted tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 375°.  Place the tomatoes and the crushed garlic cloves in a roasting dish.  Toss with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper.  Roast, gently stirring a few times throughout the cooking process, until the tomatoes are soft and begin to split, about 30 to 40 minutes.  Remove from the oven and set aside.

For the eggplant: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over high heat.  Cut off the top and bottom of the eggplant and slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.  Brush both sides of the eggplant with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.  When the grill has preheated, cook the eggplant until tender and golden but not falling apart, about 3 to 5 minutes per side.  Remove from the grill to a plate and cover loosely with foil.

In the meantime, heat a small skillet over medium heat; add 3 tablespoons olive oil and the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.  Add the fresh breadcrumbs and cook, stirring often, until the crumbs are golden brown and crisp, about 4 minutes.  Transfer the breadcrumbs to a small mixing bowl and stir in the basil, parsley and Parmesan cheese.  Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Layer the eggplant on a large serving platter.  Top with the tomatoes; pull the burrata into pieces and arrange on top.  Sprinkle the garlic-herb breadcrumbs all over the top.  Serve warm or at room temperature.

  • Category: Vegetarian Mains