GRILLED EGGPLANT WITH FETA RELISH

Grilled Eggplant with Feta relish image

I created this impressive light side dish for my vegetarian friends. It's easy, fast and a standout recipe for company. -Amanda Dekrey, Fargo, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
2/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped seeded plum tomato
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
8 slices eggplant (3/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh basil or parsley, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette and garlic powder until combined. Stir in feta, cucumber, tomato and onion. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Brush eggplant with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender. Top eggplant with feta mixture. If desired, sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.