Grilled Aubergine Tomato Salad Recipes

GRILLED AUBERGINE & TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Heat a griddle pan. Brush sliced aubergine with olive oil, then grill for 3 mins on each side. Put in a bowl and cover with cling film for 5 mins.
• Meanwhile, mix chopped tomatoes with the garlic clove, red chilli, olive oil and red wine vinegar and allow to stand for 10 mins. Lay the aubergine on a platter, pour over the tomatoes with their juices and finish with basil.

ZUCCHINI-HERB, GRILLED EGGPLANT AND TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Blanch zucchini in boiling salted water for 30 seconds. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Drain and pat dry. Toss in a bowl with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, mint and parsley.
• Heat a grill or broiler. Brush the cut side of the eggplants with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill or broil until tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Place on a platter.
• Toss together the tomatoes, basil, olive oil, salt and pepper. Arrange the mozzarella on a platter and garnish with basil. Place the salad greens, basil and mint in a large bowl and toss with the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pass the dishes separately, letting guests build their own salads.