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Grilled Eggplant and Chickpea Salad with Mint Yogurt Dressing


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced into rounds (about ½ inch thick)
  • 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh arugula
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Mint Yogurt Dressing:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for vegan option)
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 23 tbsp water (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

Step 1: Grill the Eggplant

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the eggplant for 4-5 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred.
  4. Remove from the grill and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Mint Yogurt Dressing

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and chopped mint.
  2. Add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency (thick but pourable).
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary (add more lemon for extra tang or salt to taste).

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

  1. In a large serving bowl or platter, spread a bed of arugula.
  2. Add the grilled eggplant slices, chickpeas, and cherry tomatoes on top of the arugula.
  3. Drizzle the mint yogurt dressing generously over the salad.

Step 4: Add Finishing Touches

  1. Garnish with extra mint leaves or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
  2. Serve immediately, while the eggplant is still slightly warm.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Protein: 10g