Can I make the mint oil ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare it up to a day in advance. Just keep it refrigerated and bring to room temperature before serving.

What’s the best way to store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Can I use a different oil for the mint oil?

Yes, a mild-flavored oil like grapeseed oil can work well as a substitute.

Is there a way to make this dish vegan?

You can use a non-dairy yogurt alternative for the marinade.

Can I bake the eggplant instead of grilling?

Yes, roast at 400°F for about 20 minutes, turning once halfway through.

Greek Yogurt Marinated Grilled Eggplant with Mint Oil

Name: Greek Yogurt Marinated Grilled Eggplant with Mint Oil
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Greek yogurt; Lemon juice; Olive oil; Garlic (minced); Cumin; Salt & pepper; Eggplants; Salt; Fresh mint leaves; Olive oil; Lemon zest; Fresh mint leaves; Lemon wedges

A Mediterranean Delight

This vibrant dish combines creamy yogurt-marinated eggplant with the refreshing hint of mint oil for a taste sensation.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Yogurt Marinade

Greek yogurt

1 cup

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons

Olive oil

1 tablespoon

Garlic (minced)

2 cloves

Cumin

1 teaspoon

Salt & pepper

to taste

For the Eggplant

Eggplants

2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

Salt

for sweating

For the Mint Oil

Fresh mint leaves

1/4 cup

Olive oil

1/4 cup

Lemon zest

of 1 lemon

Additional

Fresh mint leaves

for garnish

Lemon wedges

for serving

Preparation

Marinating the Eggplant

Sweat the Eggplant

Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

Dry the Eggplant

Pat dry with paper towels.

Marinate the Eggplant

Combine all ingredients for the yogurt marinade in a bowl, add the eggplant slices, and coat well.

Be sure to let the eggplant sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Mint Oil

Blend Mint & Oil

Blend fresh mint leaves and olive oil until smooth.

Add Lemon Zest

Stir in lemon zest.

Rest the Oil

Set aside for flavors to meld.

Cooking Process

Grill the Eggplant

Preheat your grill to medium-high. Remove eggplant from marinade, shake off excess, and grill until tender and charred, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Use a grilling basket to make flipping eggplant slices easier on the grill.

Drizzle with Mint Oil

Once grilled, arrange eggplant on a serving platter and drizzle with mint oil.

Finish and Serve

Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve with lemon wedges.

Plating & Serving