Low-Carb Grilled Eggplant and Feta Salad

A Mediterranean-inspired delight, this Low-Carb Grilled Eggplant and Feta Salad is a symphony of smoky grilled eggplant, sharp feta cheese, and fresh herbs drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish that impresses with its simplicity and depth of flavor.

Course Lunch, Sides

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword Eggplant Recipes, Feta Cheese Salad, keto salad, Keto Sides, Low-Carb Grilled Eggplant, Low-Carb Lunch

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings people

Calories 220kcal

Equipment

Grill or grill pan
Knife and cutting board
Small Whisk and Bowl
Large salad bowl
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

1 large Eggplant (about 1 lb or 450g), sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
4 oz Feta cheese crumbled
1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
1 medium Cucumber diced
¼ cup Red onion thinly sliced
¼ cup Fresh parsley chopped
3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 clove Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Dried oregano
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill the eggplant for 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender and grill marks appear. Once done, remove from the grill and let them cool slightly before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the grilled eggplant, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad just before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. If you have leftovers, it's a great addition to a wrap or can be enjoyed as a hearty dip with keto-friendly crackers.

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