Description
Garlic Parmesan Grilled Eggplant is a flavorful, low-carb side dish that’s perfect for keto and gluten-free diets. Tender eggplant slices are seasoned and grilled, then topped with a savory garlic-Parmesan mixture.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear.
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic and Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the garlic-Parmesan mixture over the grilled eggplant slices and grill for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Remove from grill, garnish with parsley if using, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available.
- Adjust garlic and Parmesan to taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg