Eggplants with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta, a simple yet flavorful recipe. This dish, reminiscent of Greek cuisine and Mediterranean flavors, is perfect for a light dinner or a quick lunch. The aroma of roasted eggplants perfectly matches the saltiness of feta, while oregano and extra virgin olive oil create a dish full of taste. The recipe is versatile, suitable as both a side dish and a light main course. Prepare it with me, and taste the goodness!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Greek
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 247.77 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 21.61 (g) of which sugars 16.81 (g)
- Proteins 6.20 (g)
- Fat 16.81 (g) of which saturated 4.42 (g)of which unsaturated 1.27 (g)
- Fibers 8.03 (g)
- Sodium 818.84 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 274 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 1 black oval eggplant
- 7 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1.4 oz feta
- 10 leaves basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.1 oz fine salt
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Kitchen Scale
- Cutting Board
- Bowl
Steps
Cut the eggplant in half leaving the stem, place the two halves on a baking sheet with parchment paper, and poke holes in the skin with a fork. Bake in a preheated oven at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 minutes. Once cooled, remove the skin and slice up to the stem, open into a fan shape and season with salt.
Wash the cherry tomatoes, cut them into quarters, and put them in a bowl. Add salt, oregano, torn basil, and half the oil. Mix well and place on the eggplants. Add crumbled feta and a few whole basil leaves. Finish with a drizzle of oil and serve.
Tips
Wait until the eggplants have cooled before adding the cherry tomatoes.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How to add even more flavor to the eggplants?
Adding Greek olives and garlic will make the eggplants even tastier
Can eggplants be prepared with the skin on?
For those with digestive issues, it is preferable to remove it, otherwise, it can be left on.
