Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 large eggplants (3 lbs)
- 3 red bell peppers (2 lbs)
- 3 green bell peppers (2 lbs)
- 1 cup feta cheese (8 ounces)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut eggplants and peppers into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine vegetables with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Spread vegetables evenly on the preheated grill.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes per side, or until vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove vegetables from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
- Crumble feta cheese over the grilled vegetables and serve.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 120
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: 5g
Fiber: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Colorful and visually appealing
- Smoky and flavorful
- Fresh and herbaceous
- Perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish
User Comments:
- "This grilled eggplant and peppers dish is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the feta cheese adds a nice tangy touch."
- "I made this dish for a recent party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how flavorful and easy it was to make."
- "I'm not usually a big fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The grilled flavor and the tangy feta cheese make it irresistible."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a grill brush or tongs to clean the grill before grilling the vegetables.
- If you don't have a grill, you can roast the vegetables in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the feta cheese.
