GRILLED AUBERGINES

{ A TASTY SIDE OR MAIN DISH }

{ INGREDIENTS }

1 eggplant, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 1-cm-thick slices

1 tablespoon olive oil

200g cherry tomatoes, halved

100g sunflower seeds, toasted

100g pumpkin seeds, toasted

1 handful fresh basil leaves

3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

freshly ground black pepper

sea salt

{ METHOD }

Season eggplant slices with sea salt. Place in a colander and leave for 20minutes, then rinse and pat dry.

Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush eggplant slices with oil. Grill until tender: about 3-4 minutes a side, turning once. Season with garlic and pepper.

Transfer to plates, and add tomatoes. Sprinkle with seeds, then top with basil and balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

Prep time: 25 MINUTES
Cook time: 10 MINUTES
Total time: 35 MINUTES
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