Best Grilled Eggplant And Mozzarella Sandwiches Recipes

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Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
8 1/2-inch-thick eggplant slices
4 1/4-inch-thick slices part-skim mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove
4 large bunches arugula
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Spray grill with oil spray and prepare barbecue (medium heat). Spray eggplant on both sides with oil spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until tender, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
Place 1 cheese slice atop each of 4 eggplant slices; top with remaining eggplant slices. Grill until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
Whisk oil, vinegar and garlic in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add arugula, tomatoes and basil; toss. Divide among 4 plates. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Top each with 1 eggplant sandwich.

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Provided by Crabbycakes

Time 30m

Yield 2 Sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup Italian dressing (your favorie or homemade with olive oil)
12 ounces baby eggplants, cut in 1/2 inch thick lengthwise slices
2 large crusty rolls, split
4 -6 slices fresh mozzarella cheese (or deli,adjust depending on your taste)
1 roma tomato, sliced thin
1/4 cup fresh basil leaf

Steps:

Prepare a moderately hot grill.
On a platter, pour 2 T dressing over eggplant slices, (I brush the slices to cut back on calories).
Grill eggplant over moderate heat, brushing with more dressing, until charred and soft on the inside, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, brush cut sides of rolls with remaining dressing, place around edge of grill, and toast until a golden brown, about 2 minutes.
Layer rolls with eggplant, cheese, tomato, and basil leaves and replace tops.