EGGPLANT, TOMATO, AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

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Eggplant, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad image

This salad also tastes great with grilled chicken added.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 pound sliced tomatoes (any variety)
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush two rimmed baking sheets with 1 tablespoon oil each. Arrange eggplant slices on sheets. Brush tops with 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until eggplant is golden and tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
  • On a serving platter, layer eggplant with sliced mozzarella and tomatoes. Top with basil leaves and drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19 g

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