Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish
Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish balances smoky, tender slices of eggplant with a tangy mix of balsamic, ripe tomatoes, and fresh oregano. The splash of olive oil rounds it out with a silky finish and a hint of pepper. Serve as a vibrant appetizer with crusty bread or as a bright side alongside grilled fish or meats.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 18
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 35
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 16
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Set the sliced eggplant in a colander in the sink. Sprinkle the eggplant with 2 teaspoons salt. Let it stand for 30 minutes to draw out any bitter juices. Rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Heat a grill pan over high heat. Put 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl. Lightly brush the eggplant with olive oil and grill for 2 minutes, pressing down now and then with a spatula. Turn each slice, without flipping, and grill 2 more minutes to create distinct grill marks. Flip the eggplant and repeat the same process on the other side. Transfer the grilled eggplant to a serving platter.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil with the balsamic vinegar, oregano, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Stir in the tomato and mix well. Spoon over the grilled eggplant.
- Calories 169.72 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 0.37 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 12.58 g 5%
- Total Fat 12.63 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 1.8 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 580.72 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 4.98 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 6.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 10.6 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.19 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 204.94 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 25.24 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 2.21 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Charred Eggplant with Balsamic Tomato Relish is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, and Eggplant. Each serving provides about 169.72 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Eggplant, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 169.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish healthy?
- Charred Eggplant with Balsamic-Tomato Relish has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 169.72 calories and 0.37 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 580.72 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.8 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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