Caprese stuffed eggplant
ed Eggplant recipe. Tender roasted eggplant halves are filled with a flavorful mixture of juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, tangy mozzarella, and balsamic glaze, creating a satisfying and vibrant dish that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4 oz (115g) fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to proximately 400°F.
- Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut through the skin.
- Place the eggplant halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle each half with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and golden brown.
- While the eggplant is roasting, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomato, diced mozzarella cheese, and chopped basil leaves.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, and gently toss to combine.
- Once the eggplant halves are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Using a spoon, carefully scoop out some of the flesh from the center of each eggplant half to create a cavity for the filling.
- Spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture into the hollowed-out center of each eggplant half, dividing it evenly between them.
- Drizzle each stuffed eggplant half with balsamic glaze and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Garnish with additional chopped basil leaves, if desired, for a pop of color and freshness.
- Serve the Caprese Stuffed Eggplant halves immediately as a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Enjoy the tender roasted eggplant filled with the delicious combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in this Caprese Stuffed Eggplant recipe. Whether enjoyed as a hearty lunch or a light dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Buon appetito!
