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.
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    Grilled Eggplant “Steaks” with Herby Yogurt

    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.