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Eggplant Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

Eggplant Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

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Eggplant Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 (1-lb) globe eggplant, trimmed , cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
olive oil (for grilling )
1 large plum tomato (about 4 oz)
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil plus sprigs for garnish
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 (7- to 8-oz) balls fresh or buffalo mozzarella cheese, drained, thinly sliced
2 lb (about 4 large) heirloom tomatoes (preferably assorted colors), thinly sliced

Directions:

Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Arrange eggplant slices on baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred and tender, turning occasionally and moving to cook evenly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to foil-lined baking sheet. Grill plum tomato until skin is charred and split, turning often, about 5 minutes. Transfer to sheet with eggplant and cool. Core plum tomato; place in blender. Add chopped basil, vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. DO AHEAD Eggplant and dressing can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
Overlap eggplant slices, cheese slices, and heirloom tomato slices on individual plates or large platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle salad with dressing and garnish with basil sprigs.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	118.36 Kcal (496 kJ)
Calories from fat	84.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.34g	14%
Sodium	13.48mg	1%
Potassium	318.19mg	7%
Total Carbs	8.35g	3%
Sugars	3.4g	14%
Dietary Fiber	3.05g	12%
Protein	1.36g	3%
Vitamin C	5.7mg	10%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	7.6mg	42%
Calcium	13.1mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	81.4 Kcal (341 kJ)
Calories from fat	57.8 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.42g	14%
Sodium	9.27mg	1%
Potassium	218.82mg	7%
Total Carbs	5.75g	3%
Sugars	2.34g	14%
Dietary Fiber	2.1g	12%
Protein	0.94g	3%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	10%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	6%
Iron	5.2mg	42%
Calcium	9mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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