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Grilled Eggplant and Mozzarella Sandwiches

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Grilled Eggplant and Mozzarella SandwichesDeborah Klesenski

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    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.

    Step 2

    Place 1 cheese slice atop each of 4 eggplant slices; top with remaining eggplant slices. Grill until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.

    Step 3

    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.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: calories
202; total fat
14 g; saturated fat
4 g; cholesterol
16 mg
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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