Grilled Eggplant "Steaks" with Herby Yogurt
Looking for an easy meatless main? This impressive-looking eggplant "steak" with a herby feta sauce is about to become one of your new go-tos.
Photography by Christopher Testani
Recipe by Sarah Tenaglia
Start to Finish: 20 minutes | Servings: 4 |
Ingredients
1 cup crumbled feta
1 scallion, chopped
1/4 cup each chopped fresh mint and dill, plus more for garnish
6 tbsp. olive oil
1 large eggplant (about 20 oz.), cut lengthwise into 4 thick slices
2 tsp. ground cumin
chopped toasted walnuts, for sprinkling
Preparation
In blender or food processor, puree feta, scallion, 1/4 cup each mint and dill, 2 tbsp. oil, and 1/4 cup water; season sauce. Brush eggplant with remaining 4 tbsp. oil. Sprinkle with cumin; season. Grill or broil until tender, 6 minutes per side. Top with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining herbs and nuts.
