Salads
Grilled aubergine salad
A very simple dish of dressed aubergines. The grilling imparts a wonderful smokiness. The aubergines could be tossed with feta, tomatoes, couscous and mint for a light vegetarian meal. They're also a good cold side to go with grilled meat or fish.
Ingredients
- 1½ tbsp white or red wine vinegar
- 1-2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 7 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large aubergines
- 2-3 tbsp mixed herbs-fresh parsley, basil or chives, chopped
- salt and pepper
Method
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Step 1
To make the dressing, mix the vinegar with the garlic, pepper and a little salt. Whisk in the olive oil a tablespoon at a time.
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Step 2
Slice the aubergine into 1cm thick discs. Sprinkle lightly with salt and leave for 30 minutes-1 hour. Wipe dry. Toss with half the dressing.
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Step 3
Grill, close to the heat, until browned on both sides. Toss with enough of the remaining dressing to moisten, then leave to cool. Toss with the chopped herbs and serve.